study guide for christian morality and justice Flashcards
Rerum:
Addressed labor rights during industrialization.
Quadragesimo:
Critiqued socialism and unregulated capitalism.
Mater:
Advocated balancing economic progress with human dignity.
Pacem:
Promoted peace and justice during the Cold War.
Gaudium:
Highlighted human dignity in modern contexts.
Caritas:
Discussed ethical considerations in economics and technology.
Laudato:
Urged environmental stewardship.
Fratelli:
Called for universal fraternity and social friendship.
Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Every human life is sacred
Call to Family, Community, and Participation
The family is central to society. All people must have opportunities to participate and work for the common good.
Rights and Responsibilities
Every person has rights—like life, food, shelter, and education—and corresponding responsibilities to others, families, and society.
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
Prioritize the needs of the poor and marginalized, ensuring their dignity and reducing inequality.
Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers
Work is a way to honor God’s creation. Workers must be treated fairly, with rights to decent wages, safe conditions, and unions.
Solidarity
We are one human family. Stand together for justice, peace, and the well-being of all, regardless of differences.
Care for God’s Creation
Protect and sustain the environment as stewards of God’s creation for the sake of future generations.
Old Law vs. New Law:
Old Law: The Ten Commandments given to Moses, focusing on external actions.
New Law: Jesus’ teachings (e.g., the Beatitudes), emphasizing love and inner transformation.
The Great Commandments:
- Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind.
- Love your neighbor as yourself.
Virtue:
cardinal:
theological:
- A habitual disposition to do good.
- Cardinal Virtues: Prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude.
- Theological Virtues: Faith, hope, and charity (love).
Heavenly Virtues:
sin:
mortal sin:
venial sin:
social:
sin of commission:
sin of ommission:
- Counter the Seven Deadly Sins (e.g., humility vs. pride).
- Sin: A deliberate action or omission that violates God’s law.
- Mortal Sin: A grave violation that breaks the relationship with God.
- Venial Sin: A lesser offense that weakens the relationship with God.
- Social Sin: Injustice embedded in social systems (e.g., racism, inequality).
- Sin of Commission: Committing an act of wrongdoing.
- Sin of Omission: Failing to do what is right.
Seven Deadly Sins:
- Pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, sloth.
- Examples: Greed could mean prioritizing wealth over people.
Original Holiness:
The state of harmony between humans and God before sin.