Theme 4 - Section B Flashcards
What is Consubstantiation in the context of the Eucharist?
The belief that the body and blood of Christ co-exist with the bread and wine, which remain unchanged.
This view holds that Christ is spiritually present in the Eucharist.
What does Memorialism signify regarding the Eucharist?
The belief that the consecrated bread and wine are merely symbolic representations of Christ’s body and blood.
Associated with Martin Luther and Zwingli, it emphasizes the commemorative aspect of the Eucharist.
Which biblical command is tied to the concept of Memorialism?
Jesus’ command ‘do this in remembrance of me’ from Luke 22:19.
This verse highlights the commemorative nature of the Eucharist.
What is the belief of Virtualism regarding the Eucharist?
The belief that Christ’s unique power is present in the consecrated bread and wine, received only by the predestined elect.
Associated with John Calvin, Virtualism emphasizes the role of predestination.
What does Predestination mean in this context?
The belief that God has elected some people to be saved, but not others.
This doctrine suggests that salvation is predetermined by God.
Who is associated with the doctrine of Predestination?
John Calvin.
Calvin taught that God chose ‘the elect’ to be saved when creating the world.
What does the Augsburg Confession state about the Eucharist?
It teaches that the Body and Blood of Christ are truly present and distributed to those who partake.
This is a foundational statement for Lutheran beliefs regarding the Eucharist.
What is the significance of Luke 22:19-20 in the context of the Eucharist?
It describes Jesus taking bread and wine and linking them to his body and blood, establishing the Eucharistic practice.
This passage emphasizes the new covenant in Christ’s blood.
Fill in the blank: The belief that the consecrated bread and wine are merely symbolic representations is known as _______.
Memorialism
True or False: According to Consubstantiation, the bread and wine change into the actual body and blood of Christ.
False.
In Consubstantiation, the bread and wine remain unchanged.
What is Consubstantiation in the context of the Eucharist?
The belief that the body and blood of Christ co-exist with the bread and wine, which remain unchanged.
Consubstantiation emphasizes the spiritual presence of Christ rather than a physical transformation of the elements.
What does Memorialism denote in Eucharistic beliefs?
The view that the consecrated bread and wine are merely symbolic representations of Christ’s body and blood.
This belief is associated with Zwingli, who denied the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
According to Memorialism, what does Jesus command regarding the Eucharist?
‘Do this in remembrance of me.’
This refers to Luke 22:19, indicating a commemorative aspect of the ceremony.
What is Virtualism in the context of the Eucharist?
The belief that Christ’s unique power is present in the consecrated bread and wine but is received only by the predestined elect.
This view is associated with John Calvin, who also taught the doctrine of predestination.
What is the doctrine of Predestination?
The belief that God has elected some people to be saved, but not others.
This concept is central to Calvinist theology.
