Test 1 Flashcards
Magisterium
The official teachings of the church
Morality
Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.
Virtue
Behavior showing high moral standards
Cardinal virtues
4 Temperance Prudence Justice Fortitude
Theological virtues
3
Faith
Hope
Love
Nihilism
Claims that there is no meaning to existence, rejects all positive values, and believes in nothing
What does it mean to be made in gods image and likeness?
Having free will
Having reason/intellect
Having a soul
How does Adam and Eve foreshadow marriage?
Idk ask towell
What does the rib represent?
The rib was chose because it is even with Adam not above or below but side by side with eve
Inherent
To be born with something, or existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute.
Dignity
State or quality of being worthy of honor or respect
What is solidarity?
The notion that we’re connected with our neighbors, we must take care of everyone, not just our selves
What is subsidiarity?
The idea that problems should be solved at the smallest and most intimate level possible.
What does stewards of creation mean
The responsibility to care for and protect all the good he has created, which is sacred obligation.
Paschal mystery
Central concepts of Christian Faith. Main subject being the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
First sin?
‘Pride’ vs obedience
Original sin? Who coined the term
Sin you’re born with, born “addicted” to sin and St.Augustine coined the term
What are the three sources of knowledge about what we should/should not do?
Human reason
Human experience
Divine revelation
What is divine revelation
Scripture & tradition
5 ways we are able to respond to God
Intelligence and freedom Help of the Holy Spirit Support of the church Help of the magisterium Help of Jesus Christ
How can Jesus be of help in a way that the Holy Spirit can not?
Jesus is a physical example
Spider web analogy
This image suggests that if we touch the web anywhere, the whole thing trembles. Thus, if we are kind, our loving touch affects the whole human web of relationships for good. On the other hand, if we are indifferent or hostile, our negative attitudes and behaviors will impinge on everyone in a harmful way.
St.Maximilian Kolbe
“A martyr of charity”
he was also Franciscan
“lay down ones life for ones friend”
Discernment
Perception in the absence of judgement
Prayer
A solemn request for help or an expression of thanks addressed to God
Intention
Intended, aim or plan
Means
An action or system by which a result is brought about
Circumstances
A fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action
St. Ignatius of Loyola
16th century Spanish priest who founded the Jesuits, ‘taught an affective way to discern gods will’
Spiritual exercises
Founded by Ignatius of Loyola, they are a set of Christian meditations, prayers and mental exercises
How was Adam created
From dust and God breathed life into him
