Articles 1-4 Vocab Flashcards
soul
- the seat of human consciousness and freedom
- makes us most like God
- unites with our body at the moment of conception
intellect
allows us to see & understand the order of things God places within creation; know and understand him
free will
allows human beings to choose actions - we are accountable/moral responsibility
Original sin
the fallen state of human nature that effects everyone
original holiness
sharing in divine life in full communion with God (original state)
salvation history
reveal God’s presence and saving actions in the pattern of specific events in human history
Paschal Mystery
Jesus’ salvation through his life, Passion, death, Resurrection, and Ascension
beatitudes
goal of true blessedness/happiness on earth & in Heaven
justification
the process by which God frees us from sin & sanctifies us
original justice
state of complete harmony with inner self, each other, & all creation
sanctify
to make holy; becoming closer to God in holiness with sanctifying grace
merit
to be justified in the sight of God, free from sin and sanctifies by his grace
