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Redemption Flashcards

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How does the architecture, design and decoration of catholic churches reflect catholics beliefs (4)

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  • The care put into the design and decoration of the church shows the devotion to God and helps people feel that God is respected
  • Images like the stations of the cross inspire Christians to reflect on Jesus’ sufferings
  • Side chapels are smaller areas where believers can pray in a quiet space
  • Statues of saints encourage and inspires Christians to follow their examples
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Lectern (3)

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  • Is the reading stand from where the bible readings are given
  • As Jesus is the word of God made flesh, Christ is truly present when he word of God is proclaimed
  • The lectern should be in a prominent place in the church, so people can see and clearly hear the word of God
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Crucifix (2)

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  • Reminds Christians of the suffering that Jesus went through to save humanity
  • Inspire gratitude and love for all that Christ has done for humanity, including the forgiveness of their sins
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Altar (2)

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  • Is the place of sacrifice, from where the bread and wine are offered to God at mass
  • Christ is truly present on the altar, offering himself to the Father on behalf of humanity
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Tabernacle (2)

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  • Is a box where the consecrated Bread is kept after the Mass
  • It can inspire a deep sense of peace, as it reminds Catholics that Christ is still caring for them
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What are the 4 main features of a catholic church?

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  • Lectern
  • Altar
  • Crucifix
  • Tabernacle
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Contrasting features and artefacts used by catholics

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  • Altar or table

* Crucifix, cross or Risen christ

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Table (2)

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  • using a table at mass reminds the congregation that the Mass is a re-enactment of the Last Supper
  • Using a table at Mass is a reminder of the belief of Jesus giving his disciples a share in the effects of his sacrifice in the last supper
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Risen Christ (3)

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  • Focus on Christ as the risen, glorified saviour
  • Reminds catholics that in Holy Communion, they receive the body, blood, soul and divinity of the risen christ
  • Emphasises Jesus’ resurrection and how important it was
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What is the death of Jesus understood as?

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The restoration through sacrifice

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What is the resurrection of Jesus understood as?

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The restoration through recreation

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What is the ascension of Jesus understood as?

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The restoration of the cosmic order

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What is the significance of Jesus’ death? (2)

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Jesus showed total obedience to God the father - this helped to restore the relationship between God and humans that had been broken by sin

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What is the significance of Jesus’ resurrection? (2)

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  • Jesus being raised back to life by God the father destroyed the ultimate power of sin and death allowing people to be with God after they die
  • Jesus’ resurrection also helped to restore the harmony of creation
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What is the significance of Jesus’ ascension

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Helped to restore the cosmic order by making the whole of creation as perfect as God intended

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Salvation in the past (3)

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  • Jesus’ death and resurrection were essential to humanity’s salvation
  • These events defeated the ultimate power of sin and death making it possible for people to enter heaven after they die
  • Some christians believe Jesus’s death and resurrection completed salvation
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Salvation in the present (3)

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  • Salvation is an ongoing process
  • While Jesus defeated the ultimate power of sin - doesn’t mean that sin does not exist
  • Catholics believe people have to choose to accept salvation by resisting the temptation to sin and accepting forgiveness when they do sin
  • The holy spirit guides people to work towards salvation
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Salvation in the future (4)

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  • Salvation will be completed at the end of time
  • When the kingdom of God is fully established the power of sin and death will be completely destroyed
  • All believers will be able to share in the glory of Christ and experience the joy of heaven
  • This will be the final victory for God’s grace
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Catholic understanding of redemption and salvation in the liturgy (4)

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  • Catholics give themselves up with Christ
  • Catholics receive the body and blood of christ through the holy communion
  • Christ enters their lives to give them grace and the strength to resist sin - helping them to get closer to salvation
  • The mass is a chance to experience what the heavenly banquet will be like - which inspires Christians to work towards salvation in their everyday lives
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Redemption themes in Mark 15:21-29

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Jesus seen as the example, restorer and the victor

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Jesus the example (2)

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  • Mark 14-15 tells how Jesus knew how much suffering his crucifixion would cause him, but he still went through it
  • Through showing total obedience, Jesus has set an example
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Jesus as the restorer (2)

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  • Jesus’ death restored the relationship between God and humanity
  • Mark 15 tells how after Jesus died in the holy temple in Jerusalem the veil separated the holiest part of the temple from the rest tore in two - shows how Jesus’ death broke the barrier between God and humanity
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Jesus as the victor (3)

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  • Mark 15 shows how Jesus experienced pain, suffering and death as a human
  • By bringing the presence of God into these experiences, Jesus was victorious over them
  • He made it possible for all people to share in the final defeat of suffering and death
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The event in John 20:1-18

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When Jesus first appeared to Mary after his resurrection, she didn’t recognise him immediately

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Explanation of the event in John 20:1-18 (2)

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  • This suggests Jesus, while physically present,was also different. He had entered a new creation
  • This reflects the idea that redemption changed creation making it more perfect
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The event in Acts 1:6-11 (2)

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  • Before he ascended to heaven, Jesus told his disciples they would be his witnesses ‘to the ends of the earth’
  • After Jesus ascended yo heaven, two angels told the disciples he would return in the future
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Explanation of the event in Acts 1:6-11 (3)

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  • The disciples were witnesses to Jesus’ redeeming work on earth
  • Jesus expected his disciples to continue to spread his teachings after he was gone, so everyone could accept and share in his redemption
  • Jesus will complete the redemption of the world at the end of time, when sin and death will be completely defeated
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The event in Acts 2:1-4

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On the day of pentecost (50 days after the resurrection) the apostles were filled with the power of the holy spirit

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Explanation of the event in Acts 2:1-4

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The holy spirit gave the disciples the courage and the ability to go out into the world and teach people about Jesus so they could accept his redemption

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St Irenaeuse’ salvation metaphor: the tree of the knowledge of good and evil - the tree of the cross (2)

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  • Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating from this tree - pJesus obeyed God by dying on the cross
  • Adam and Eve’s rejection of God broke humanity’s relationship with God - Jesus acceptance of God restored humanity’s relationship with God
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St Anselm salvation metaphor - slavery (2)

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  • After the fall of Adam and Eve humans became slaves to sin
  • The only way to atone for this is by showing total obedience to God
  • Through Jesus’ total obedience to God he ‘paid a ransom’ for all the sins of humanity allowing to be freed from the effects of sin
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Strengths of St Irenaeus

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Hells to show the parallels of the fall of Adam and Eve and Jesus’ death

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Weaknesses of St Irenaeus

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Not all Christians agree with St Irenaeus’ interpretation of the story of Adam and Eve

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Strengths of St Anselm

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Reflects the idea that many christians see themselves as slaves or servants to christ (now that they are no longer slaves to sin)

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Weaknesses of St Anselm (2)

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  • It is not clear who the ransom is paid to

* Some Christians think this implies there is someone greater than God

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Define conscience

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Is the voice of God in their heart and soul guiding them to what is right and wrong

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Quote about conscience - Gaudium et spes 16

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“Conscience is the most secret core and sanctuary of a man. There he is alone with God, Whose voices echoes in his depths. In a wonderful manner conscience reveals that law which is fulfilled by love of God and neighbour”

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What are the two different sides of conscience

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  • Conscience is made up of natural instincts

* Conscience has to be educated

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