vocab 10

Question 1

Sacrament

Answer 1

Are effective signs of grace that were instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church. They are the means by which divine life is dispensed to us.

Question 2

Catholic

Answer 2

universal

Question 3

Antichrist

Answer 3

Used in the letters of John to describe someone who opposes or denies the belief that Jesus is the Messiah.

Question 4

Martyr

Answer 4

The Greek term for a person who, even unto death, bears witness to the truth of their faith.

Question 5

Revelation

Answer 5

The act of a deity communicating divine truth to humans. It can also refer to the last book of the New Testament, which contains apocalyptic visions and prophecies. God is showing you who God is.

Question 6

Apocalypse

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A divine intervention against evil forces and the establishment of a reign of goodness and peace. It means “revelation” or “unveiling.”

Question 7

Church Fathers

Answer 7

Are prominent theologians and leaders who played a crucial role in shaping Christian doctrine and practice during the first five centuries of the religion’s development.

Question 8

Ecumenical Councils

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Are gatherings of bishops from around the world, convened under the authority of the pope, to address matters of doctrine and Church governance.

Question 9

Apostolic Fathers

Answer 9

Early Christian writings refer to a group of texts believed to have been written by people who were either associated with or knew the New Testament apostles.

Question 10

Apologists

Answer 10

Defenders of Christianity and the Church who seek to demonstrate the rationality and validity of the faith. Someone who explains the faith.

Question 11

Docetism

Answer 11

An early Christian doctrine that suggests Christ’s sufferings were not real but only appeared to be, and after the crucifixion, he appeared in a spiritual body.

Question 12

Theotokos

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This title emphasizes that Jesus is one Divine Person and Mary is truly the “Mother of God.”

Question 13

Vulgate

Answer 13

St. Jerome translated the Bible into Latin in the fifth century AD, making it accessible to the common people who spoke that language.

Question 14

Sanctify

Answer 14

The act of designating something for exclusive use or purpose in the service of God.

Question 15

Efficacious

Answer 15

Sacraments are religious rituals that are believed to bring spiritual blessings or grace to those who participate in them. They have an effect.

Question 16

Sacramental Character

Answer 16

The sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders imprint a unique, indelible mark or seal on the soul, distinguishing it in a supernatural way. You can only receive it once.

Question 17

Contrition

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Contrition is a deep feeling of regret and remorse for past sins, accompanied by the sincere intention to avoid committing those sins again. It is a necessary part of the Sacrament of Penance.

Question 18

Concordance

Answer 18

Provides a list of biblical words in alphabetical order, along with the chapters and verses where they can be found in the Bible.

Question 19

Bible Dictionary

Answer 19

A reference book that provides definitions of biblical words, including places, people, and items. It also includes appropriate Scripture references for many entries.