R.E Flashcards
1.1 what is Revelation?
Something that is revealed by god to humans. The trinity reveals some of the mystery’s of god.
1.1 where does the trinity feature
The trinity features in baptism and the celebration of the Eucharist today
1.1 what is baptism
A ceremony using water, performed in the name of Father, son and Holy Spirit
1.1 what does the Eucharist do
Gives thanks to god and makes son present in consecrated bread and wine through Holy Spirit
1.2 where can you find the doctrine
The doctrine of the trinity is found in the creed
1.2 what did the council of Nicaea do compared to the council of Constantinople
End disagreement about Jesus nature whilst the council of Constantinople clarified belief in the trinity
1.2 what did god say at Jesus baptism
“This is my beloved son”
1.3 how many accounts are there on the creation in Genesis
2
1.3 what do catholic’s believe about the creation
That god created the universe and only god has the power to do this
1.3 what do catholic’s say about the literal interpretation
The creation accounts are an exact retelling of how creation occurred
Genesis is a historical and scientific account
1.3 what do catholic’s say about the metaphorical interpretation
The creation accounts are symbolic, sacred stories
Genesis is a meditation on the nature and purpose of the universe
1.3 what 4 characteristics of god were revealed from the creation
God was creator, benevolent, omnipotent and eternal