Chapter 6, Brown Flashcards
Apostles
From the Greek for “one sent forth.” Refers to the Twelve chosen by Jesus during the course of his public ministry to be his closest followers, as well as Sts. Matthias, Paul of Tarsus, and the enlighteners of whole nations.
Annunciation
The visit of the angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to inform her that she was to be the mother of the Savior. After giving her consent to God’s word, Mary became the mother of Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Baptize
To immerse in water, to wash ceremonially. The baptism of John the Baptist was an external sign of repentance. The Sacrament of Baptism instituted by Christ cleanses from sin.
Bethlehem
The city where Jesus Christ was born. It was the ancestral home of David, which is why Joseph, being of the house of David, had to go there to be enrolled.
Blasphemy
A word or deed against God, the Virgin Mary, the saints, the Church, or other things dedicated to God. This is forbidden by the Second Commandment and, in and of itself, always illicit by reason of its object. Such an act entails a disorder of the will that can never be justified by appealing to the good effects that could possibly result.
