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Revelation and Faith Flashcards

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Give 5 translations of the Greek word ‘apokalysis’

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  • uncovering
  • unveiling
  • exposing
  • manifesting
  • something hidden
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“Revelation” comes from what Greek word?

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Apokalypsis

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“Apokalypsis” comes from what two root words and their meanings?

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“Apo” = away from
“Kalupsis” = a hiding or veiling

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Apokalypsis means…?

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“A revealing” or “taking away of a veil”

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It is also called the manifestation of God.

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Revelation

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What is the real meaning of revelation?

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The communication of some truths by God to rational creatures through means which are beyond the ordinary course of nature (Catholic Encyclopedia}.

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What are the 5 stages of revelation in order?

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  1. Adam and Eve
  2. Redemption of Nation (Noah)
  3. Abraham’s Covenant
  4. Israel: God’s Chosen People
  5. Jesus Christ (Transmission of Revelation)
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What are the two types of revelation?

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General or indirect revelation, and special revelation.

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9
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What is man’s response to God?

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Faith

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This type of revelation occurs only in special ways, to certain people, or in certain objects.

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Special revelation

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Why is it called general or indirect revelation?

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Because it is available to everyone.

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Abraham is also known as…?

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Father of the Nation

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Who was the only righteous person and remained faithful to God?

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Noah

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What did God tell Noah to build when He appeared to him?

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An ark

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The term “faith” comes from what Latin word?

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Ob-audire, meaning to obey, to hear or to listen

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Latin ‘fides’ means…?

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Trust

17
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Greek ‘pistis’ means..?

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Conviction, trust, belief, dependency, integrity, and persuasion

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Hebrew ‘amunh’ means..?

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Steadfastness

19
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It is a supernatural virtue by which we firmly believe all the truths that God has revealed

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Faith

20
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Give 2 examples of persons with good faith

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Abraham and Mary

21
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Who is the author of faith?

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Jesus

22
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Author can also mean…?

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Originator, inaugurator, leader, pioneer, forerunner

23
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Enumerate the characteristics of faith.

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  • Faith is a grace
  • Faith is a human act
  • Faith and understanding
  • The freedom of faith
  • The necessity of faith
  • Perseverance in faith
  • Faith: The beginning of eternal life
24
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Enumerate the effects of faith.

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Love to Christ (1 Pet. 1:8)
Confidence
Joy
Prayer
Attention to His ordinances and profit by them
Zeal in the promotion of His glory
Holiness of heart and life

25
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What are the elements of faith and their meanings?

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Firm (strong/steadfast)
Authentic (real)

26
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Who perfectly embodies the obedience of faith?

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The Virgin Mary

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