Key Words Flashcards
Definition of: the study of God
Theology
Definition of: the love of wisdom
Philosophy
Definition of: a story to teach about the origin and purpose of something, it may or not be literally true.
Myth
Definition of: A thing that has to be the case, usually supported by evidence
Fact
Definition of: story referring to Adam and Eve being sent out from the Garden of Eden for their sin
The Fall
Definition of: any action or deed that goes against God
Sin
Definition of: an agreement made between God and Abraham, including a promise to give Abraham many descendants
Covenant
Definition of: someone who brings a message from God to people ( e.g. Nathan or Amos)
Prophet
Definition of: The events of the last week of Jesus’ life
Holy Week
Definition of: The idea in the Bible that when someone had sinned, blood needed to be spilled so they could be forgiven
Sacrifice
Definition of: not holding a grudge against someone, or not punishing someone as they deserve
Forgiveness
Definition of: stories that religious figures teach to help people understand a moral or greater message
Parables
Definition of: the difference between right and wrong
Ethics
Definition of: Guidelines for how to live in the right way
Morals
Who received the 10 commandments from God?
Moses