Prophecy and Promise Key Terms

Question 1

Scripture

Answer 1

Sacred writings from the Bible

Question 2

Tradition

Answer 2

Beliefs passed down through generations in faith.

Question 3

Magisterium

Answer 3

The teaching authority of the Catholic Church including the Pope & Cardinals

Question 4

Canon

Answer 4

Official list of accepted sacred texts.

Question 5

Dei Verbum

Answer 5

Dei Verbum means ‘Word of God’ in Latin. It is the name of a Catholic document produced at Vatican II. It discusses how Catholics should interpret
the Bible.

Question 6

Liturgy of the Word

Answer 6

Part of the Mass where the Bible is read and reflected upon

Question 7

Inspired

Answer 7

Influenced by Gods wisdom

Question 8

Old Testament

Answer 8

First part of the Bible, before the birth of Jesus and is shared with the Jewish Tanakh.

Question 9

Tanakh

Answer 9

The Jewish scriptures containing the books of law and writings.

Question 10

New Testament

Answer 10

Second part of the Bible, containing the life and teachings of Jesus