Mocks June 25 Flashcards
(28 cards)
What is ethical monotheism?
God is
the source for one standard of
morality, who guides humanity
through ethical principles.
What is monotheism?
The belief that
there is only one God (which
usually entails the belief that
God possesses complete power
& knowledge).
What does it mean to describe God as an Omnipotent creator?
If God is
the only God, means also that
he must be the all powerful
Creator of everything that
exists
What is god as a controller?
If God is
all-powerful and all-knowing,
he is capable of controlling
everything.
What is Boethius’ theory?
Boethius’ theory says that God is ‘timeless’ this means that God is outside of time and can’t interfere because he sees everything at once.
Which quote suggests that Jesus was the son of the God?
‘This is my son, whom I love. Listen to him’ -Mark 9:7
What is the Holy trinity also known as?
Nicene Creed
What 3 forms does the holy trinity have?
The father, the son, the spirit.
Explain Jesus as the son man.
The messianic title, which was only revealed after Jesus’ death, is used to emphasise his humanity and so that he can also avoid claims about divinity.
Explain Jesus as the son God.
Used in the Old Testament as a title for a divine human being.
What is judgement day?
The belief that all bodies will be woken up by the sound of trumpets signifying the end of all things
Where are the there places you can go after you die?
Heaven, purgatory or hell
What is process theology?
The philosophical and theological position that God is always changing aswell as the universe
What is predestination?
God has already decided your fate
What is justification?
Trying to justify someone’s actions
What is sanctity?
Something sacred eg life
What is dominion?
Humans having authority over earth
What is stewardship?
Humans should look after earth
Explain good conduct
Striving to be moral and ethical based on God’s teachings in order to get into heaven.
How can eternal life in heaven be achieved?
Justification by faith, justification by works or by both
Catholic belief of when you get a soul
The moment the stem fertilises the egg is when life begins also known as ensoulment.
What is the strong view of sanctity of life?
All human life is sacred to god
What is the weak view of sanctity of life?
The principle of quality of life must be taken into account when considering issues surrounding life and death
What is jus ad bellum?
Conditions that must be considered before war.
