part 1 Flashcards
What does the word Bible mean?
The word bible means “the books”
it is considered a small library of small books in one.
What are two major divisions of the bible?
-Old Testament
- New Testament
What is the main focus of the new testament
Reveals Jesus’ love for humanity and his call to build gods kingdom on earth.
What are the three types of history found in the bible
-Oral history
events passed down by word of mouth
-Written history
history passed down by writing
-Edited history
which selected the best of what was written
What are the 7 points that christians believe and understand about the bible
-The Bible is God’s special revelation to all humankind
-The Bible is one of the many ways that God speaks to us
-The writers of the Bible experienced God in their lives and wrote about their experience
-What we read in the bible is meant to be understood CONTEXTUALLY not LITERALLY
-Christians believe that God also speaks to us outside the Bible through person’s, places, events, and our own conscience
-God leaves people free to hear or ignore God’s revelation as communicated to us through the bible
-There is unity of the two Testaments
(The old Testament prepares us for the New Testament and the New Testament fulfilled the Old
They shed light on each other and are both the true word of God)
Define inspiration
A divine influence upon human beings as that resulting in the writing of the Scriptures
Define inerrancy
While there are minor errors in scriptures (dates, names, etc.) there is NO ERROR in the message itself because God inspired the human authors.
How is the bible like a library of books
-The Bible is collection of many different books
-Some books are less than one page in length
-Other books are a dozen pages or more long
-Each book is divided into many chapter
what does the word gospel mean?
The word Gospel Means “Good News”
What are the synoptic gospels
The books of Mathew, Mark and Luke
What order were the 4 gospels written in
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
Who was marks audience? what image of Jesus did he portray
Christians in Rome and the image that mark portrayed was how Jesus is that of a suffering savior
Who was matthews Audience? What image of jesus?
Matthews audience was the Jews the image that was portrayed was how Jesus is that of a teaching savior
Who was lukes audience? what imagew of jesus did he portray
Lukes audience was the gentiles the image portrayed was how Jesus is the savior of the whole world
Who was Johns audience? What image of Jesus did he portray
johns audience was the all people, and the image portrayed was Jesus is the son of god from heaven, the life giving savior.
Which evangelist (gospel writer) wrote the acts of the apostles
??? SUCK MY DICK (i think its paul)
Define exegesis
-Careful investigation of the original meaning of text in their historical and literary contexts
-Means that being critical of what you are reading and not taking it just for word (literally)
What is paschal Mystery?
Refers to the passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ as an event that conveys the salvation of humanity
what is a covenant
A solemn promise between God and humanity
what is the golden rule?
Do onto others as you would want to be done
what is the radical table fellowship? describe it
being inclusive of everyone no matter their social stance, or standing.
what is moral decision?
a moral decision can have a negative or positive outcome depending on the action we select
what are the 4 steps that guide moral decision making?
-See
Is there a decision to be made?
-judge
What does the catechism say?
-act
Choose a course of actions based on your judgements and follow through with it
-evaluate
Consider the outcomes of your actions
list a brief description of the 10 principles of catholic social teaching
-Human dignity
the foundation of a moral vision for society
-Community and common good
The person is not only sacred but also social
-Rights and responsibilities
Every person has a fundamental right to life
-Preferential option for the poor
Moral test of any society is how they treat the less fortunate or most vulnerable
-Participation
All people have a right to participate in the economic, political, and cultural life of society
-Economic justice
The basic rights of workers must be respected
-Stewardship of creation
We must show our respect for the Creator by our stewardship of creation
-Solidarity
Loving everyone No racism
-Role of government
Community and common good that protect common rights and dignity
-Promotion of peace
lifestyle that wants peace
