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
What is the philosophical word used to describe the nature of God as a being who can do anything logically possible?
Omnipotent
Who was the king of Israel when the temple was first constructed?
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