Religious terms Flashcards
What is Catholicism?
The traditions and beliefs of Catholic Churches
What is Lutheranism
Beliefs under German monk, Martin Luther. Radical Protestantism
What is Calvinism?
Beliefs under French theologian, john Calvin. Radical protestantism in the concept of predestination
What is Orthodoxy?
Authorized or generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice.
What is doctrine?
A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.
What is sacrament?
A Catholic religious ceremony or ritual
What is Impieralism
Extending a country’s power and influence through colonization
What is Colonialism
Acquiring full or partial political control over another country
What is Anticlericalism
Opposition to religious authority, typically in social or political matters.
What is Heresy
Beliefs that departs from the Catholic doctrine
What is Iconoclasm
The smashing of images, stained glass and statues
What is Royal Prerogative
Rights which are held by the monarch only
- issue proclamations
- suspend parliament
- enforce royal wills
What is Humanism?
Scholars who supported the rediscovery of classical ideas like the uniqueness of man
What is Encyclical?
Pastoral letter written by the pope for the whole Roman Catholic church on matters of doctrine, morals, or discipline.
