True and False Flashcards
Gentiles are people who follow the Jewish faith.
False
Gentiles were often viewed as outsiders by Jews in the Bible.
True
Jesus’ teachings were only meant for Gentiles, not Jews
False
Jesus promoted Table Fellowship by welcoming people from all backgrounds to share meals.
True
In Jesus’ time, meals were not considered significant and had little social importance.
False
Table Fellowship was an act of social inclusion and challenged the norms of Jesus’ time.
True
Parables are simple, exaggerated stories used by Jesus to convey deeper moral lessons
True
The purpose of Jesus’ parables was to confuse people and hide the truth.
False
Parables were often told by Jesus to challenge people’s understanding of faith and morality.
True
A covenant in the Bible refers to a mutual agreement or promise between God and His people.
True
The Noahic Covenant was made between God and Noah after the flood, promising never to destroy the earth again.
True
Covenants in the Bible are irrelevant in the New Testament and are not connected to Jesus’ teachings.
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The Messiah in Christianity is seen as a political leader who will conquer nations.
False
Jesus Christ is recognized as the Messiah, meaning the Savior or Anointed One sent by God.
True
The term “Messiah” was used in the Old Testament to refer to a king from David’s line who would rule over Israel.
True
The Gospel of Matthew emphasizes Jesus’ role as a new Moses and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.
True
Matthew’s Gospel focuses solely on Jesus’ teachings to Gentiles and never mentions His relationship with Jews.
False
Matthew’s Gospel was likely written for a Jewish Christian audience.
True
Catholic Social Teachings emphasize individualism and personal success over community well-being.
False
Catholic Social Teachings all for justice, equality, and the dignity of all people, especially the poor and marginalized.
True
Catholic Social Teachings disregards environmental concerns and focuses solely on economic issues.
False
Natural Law suggests that humans have an innate understanding of what is morally right and wrong.
True
According to Natural Law, morality is solely determined by the laws of the government.
False
Natural Law is based on the belief that there is an objective moral order that can be discovered through reason.
True
Anthropology is the study of the origin and development of human beings and their cultures.
True
Anthropology focuses only on modern humans and ignores ancient civilizations.
False
Anthropologists study human behavior social structures, and cultural practices across different societies.
True
Moral Law involves making decisions based on reason and free will to choose what is right or wrong.
True
Moral Law requires individuals to follow the dictates of their conscience and make choices that align with moral principles.
True
Moral Law is determined solely by religious texts and had no relation to human reason.
True
Exegesis involves analyzing the text, its context, and its original meaning in the Bible.
True
Exegesis is concerned only with translating biblical texts into modern languages, without considering context.
False
Exegesis includes textual criticism to determine the original wording and meaning of biblical passages.
True
Luke’s Gospel highlights Jesus’ mission to bring God’s kingdom to the poor and marginalized.
True
In Luke’s Gospel, Jesus is depicted as a leader who embraces the outcasts and seeks justice for the oppressed.
True
Luke’s Gospel was written to emphasize Jesus’ rejection to the Jewish faith.
False
Persecutions refer to the mild or intense aggression faced by individualism or communities based on their beliefs.
True
Persecution often involved Christians being punished for their beliefs during Roman rule.
True
The Synoptic Gospels include Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which share many similar stories and themes.
True
The Synoptic Gospels are not related to each other and tell completely different versions of Jesus’ life.
False
Mark’s Gospel is the shortest of the Synoptic Gospels and is considered the earliest written.
True
Justice involves treating everyone with respect, regardless of their race, religion, or culture.
True
Justice is based on favoritism and treating certain groups of people better than others.
False
Justice ensures that all individuals have equal rights and opportunities.
True
Charity involves giving to others out of kindness and concern for their well-being.
True
Charity is about giving with the expectation of receiving something in return.
False
Virtues such as honesty, courage, and compassion are important qualities that help guide moral behavior.
True
Culture refers to the shared symbols, languages, norms, and values within a society.
True
Culture is unimportant and does not influence how people behave or interact with others.
False
Cultures includes traditions, customs, and practices that define a group of people.
True
Symbols like water and beard are in religious practices to represent important spiritual truths.
True
Symbols have no meaning in religion or society and are merely decorative.
False
In Christianity, water often represents rebirth, and renewal such as Baptism.
True
Sin is considered an action that goes against God’s wills or moral law.
True
Sin is only a physical act and has no spiritual implications.
False
Repentance is necessary to reconcile with God after committing a sin.
True
An apostle is a servant of the Church who carries out God’s mission.
True
Apostles were exclusively chosen from non-jewish people.
False
The apostles were witnesses to Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, and they spread the Gospel.
True
The Beatitudes describe the qualities of those who are blessed by God.
True
The beatitudes focus on wealth and power as signs of God’s blessing.
False
The Beatitudes teach that humility, mercy, and peace are virtues that lead to God’s Kingdom.
True
An evangelist is someone who spreads the message of Jesus with integrity and hospitality.
True
Evangelists are only concerned with their personal well-being and not with helping others.
False
Evangelists prioritize relationships and teaching the message of the Gospel to others.
True
Grace is the free and undeserved help that God gives to people for their salvation.
True
Grace is earned through good deeds and personal effort.
False
Grace is essential for Christians to live according to God’s will and the receive eternal life.
True
