Christian Moral Principles Flashcards
What is the literal/fundamentalist/Biblicist approach to the bible
It is the word of God making it infallible (without error), can only interpret the bible to a degree, often taken literally
What is a theonomous view of Christian moral principles
The bible is sola scriptura, meaning it contains everything a person needs to live a good life
What does theonomous ethics view of human reason
Humans are sinful and ignorant so can’t use their reason to live a good life
what is propositional revelation
the idea that God reveals himself in truth statements
supports theonomous ethics as means Bible is a comprehensive moral guide
what is non propositional revelation
the idea that god doesnt reveal himself in truth statements so Bible needs interpretation
supports heteronomous ethics
what is the main difference between catholic and protestant heteronomy
catholic - church and bible have equal authority
protestant- bible is more authoritative than church
what does catholic heteronomy argue Christian moral principles come from
scripture, reason, church
what is apostolic succession
when jesus left his disciples, he passed authority and mission on to them, this has been handed down over time, extending to the pope
what is the churches role in catholic heteronomy
to interpret the Bible for modern context
what is sacred tradition
word of God that the prophets and apostles received through the inspiration of the holy spirit, taught by the church
What is sacred scripture
The word of god put into writing by the power of the holy spirit, found in the bible
Why does protestant heteronomy give the bible more authority
When the protestant church began to form, it was felt that the churches power had become too strong and focus on Jesus had been lost
What is reason used for in Protestant heteronomy
To distinguish between correct and incorrect interpretations of the bible, and to understand it in today’s context
What is autonomous ethics
Agape is the most important rule we need to follow as it is a summary of all of Jesuss teachinhs
What is a Quaker Christian
Believe the bible is a very inspirational book, but not the word of god
