Creation Flashcards
Definition of omnipotent
having unlimited power
What is stewardship?
to look after the world in which we are placed
Definition of dignity
Love one another, contribute to the needs of others
What is imago dei
Made in the imagine of God
What is the sanctity of life?
the idea that human life is sacred, holy, and precious
What is natural law?
Catholic teaching that our knowledge of right and wrong comes from human nature
2 natural laws
Do good, protect and peserve life
Quote supporting religoun and science working together
“One should carefully investigate the meaning the writers intended”.
Critism about michaelangelos painting
. God seemed weaker as he looked human
. God is the same size as Adam
. God is nearly touching Adam
3 natures of humans
. Humans share the spirit of God
. Free will comes from God
. God gave Adam a chance not to eat from the tree
Is the story of Adam and Eve literal?
No its used as a message which is continued theough to jesus showing us that when we die we will go to heaven
Examples of religous art
Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam
Elizabeth Wang’s From the Heart of God
Negatives of Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam
1.God looks human
- God and Adam are equal height
- God seems too close
- God looks old
Positives for Elizabeth Wang’s From the Heart of God
- Shows God’s love clearly.
2.God is shown as pure spirit.
- God isn’t shown as human. He is more divine and powerful
What is the role of the magisterium?
The Magisterium is the teaching authority of the Catholic Church that helps interpret and protect the true message of God.