Moral Principles Flashcards
1
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Theonomous christian ethics
A
Ethics that are governed by God’s law or commands
2
Q
Covenant
A
God’s special promises and agreement made with Abraham, Moses, David and the people of Isreal. Requires special behaviour from them in return for God’s favour
3
Q
Heteronomous christian ethics
A
Ethics that are governed by several sources of law or authority
4
Q
Papal encyclical
A
Letter issued by the pop to senior clergy on a significant topic or teaching
5
Q
Magisterium
A
The official and authentic teaching of the roman catholic curch
6
Q
Autonomour christian ethics
A
Ethics that are self-governed
7
Q
Agape
A
Charitable and unconditional love
