Y8 Creation and Covenant Flashcards
What is ‘the Fall’?
Adam and Eve’s disobedience towards God by eating the forbidden fruit, bringing sin and evil into the world
What is personal sin?
Choosing to go against God
What is original sin?
The Catholic belief that everybody is born with a desire to go against God
What is Free Will?
God-given ability to make our own decisions
What do Catholics believe the spiritual truths are in the Fall of Adam and Eve?
All humans are given free will by God. Original sin is that all humans are born with the desire to go against God.
What is a sacrament?
A Catholic ritual/ceremony where a person receives God’s grace (love)
What is Baptism?
A sacrament that washes away original sin and welcomes you into the Catholic faith.
What are the symbols used in Baptism
Holy water, Chrism Oil, Baptismal Candle
What are the origins of Baptism?
The Baptism of Jesus
Who makes the vows at a Baptism?
Godparents and parents
What is a covenant?
A promise between God and humanity
What is the Decalogue?
The Ten Commandments given to Moses by God
Why are the Ten Commandments still relevant?
Rules given by God and should always be followed, laws are based on these sets of rules, rules keep people in society safe.
Who said the Greatest Commandment?
Jesus
What is the Greatest Commandment?
Love your God and love your neighbour
What is Fratelli Tutti?
A letter written by Pope Francis about how to love your neighbour
What does the parable of The Good Samaritan teach Catholics?
Always look after those in need, everyone is your neighbour
What is a conscience?
The God-given knowledge of what is right and wrong. Christians would say their conscience is the voice of God
How would a Catholic educate their conscience?
Follow the teachings of the Church, the Bible, Jesus and the Pope
What is conscientious objection?
Refusing to do something because it goes against what you believe to be right.
What was the White Rose movement?
A group of students who opposed the Nazi regime by distributing leaflets and encouraged others to fight for peace, freedom and justice.
How did Sophie Scholl show conscientious objection?
She was a part of the White Rose movement and refused to remain silent about the injustice caused by the Nazi party even though she knew it was dangerous. She was intentional and prophetic.
How did the Bishop use his conscience in Les Miserables?
He took in an ex-criminal and gave him a second chance by giving him silver.
How did Jean Val Jean use his conscience in Les Miserables?
He owned up to being an ex-convict to stop another man being falsely accused.
How did Jean Val Jean become an honest man in Les Miserables?
He started to live a good life, became a mayor and looked after his employees.
