Topic 1 Flashcards
(27 cards)
• He is the Sanctifier, the Helper,
Comforter, the Giver of graces, he who
leads persons to the Father and the
Son.
Holy Trinity
means “wind”,
“breath” or “spirit.” The corresponding
Greek word is ”pneuma”
ruach
means “wind”,
“breath” or “spirit.” The corresponding
Greek word is ”pneuma”
ruach
derived from the
Greek word “Parakletos” which literally
means “he who is called to help”.
Paraclete
celebrated 50 days after
Easter. Birthday of the Catholic Church.
Pentecost
(Acts of the Apostles, chapter 2), and it marks the beginning of the Christian church’s mission to the world.
Crucifixion, Resurrection, and
Ascension of Jesus Christ
the beginning when God created the heavens and earth, the earth was a
formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. (Gen
1:1-2)
At Creation
He lead the Israelites out of Egypt and the Holy Spirit brought together the 12 tribes into one Chosen People
Moses
– a cloud came and overshadow Jesus. The cloud traditionally symbolized the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Jesus’ Transfiguration
are freely given while the Fruits are
the result in the process.
Gifts if Holy Spirit
helps us recognize the importance of others and the importance of keeping God central in our lives.
Wisdom
is the ability to comprehend the meaning of God’s message.
Understanding
is the ability to think about and explore God’s revelation, and also to recognize there are mysteries of faith beyond us.
Knowledge
is the ability to see the best way to follow God’s plan when we have
choices that relate to him.
Counsel
is the courage to do what one knows is right.
Fortitude
helps us pray to God in true devotion.
Piety
is the feeling of amazement before God, who is all-present, and whose friendship we do not want to lose.
Fear of the Lord
FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
• Love
• Joy
• Peace
• Patience
• Kindness
• Goodness
• Faithfulness
• Gentleness
• Self-control
FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
• Love
• Joy
• Peace
• Patience
• Kindness
• Goodness
• Faithfulness
• Gentleness
• Self-control
translated from the Greek word “Paraclete”. Some bibles translate it to “Helper” or “Comforter”. It means “someone who stands by your side”
Advocate
signifies the Holy Spirit’s action
in Baptism. (1 Cor. 12:13) “For in one
Spirit we are all baptized into one body”.
And in John 7:37-39, Jesus directly
associates the Spirit with the living water
that satisfies spiritual thirst.
Water
signifies the Holy Spirit’s action in Baptism. (1 Cor. 12:13) “For in one Spirit we are all baptized into one body”.
And in John 7:37-39, Jesus directly associates the Spirit with the living water that satisfies spiritual thirst.
Water
signifies the vibrant and transforming energy of the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit appeared as tongues of
fire upon the Apostles at Pentecost, and
they were transformed into courageous
witnesses for Christ.
Fire
In the Old Testament, God often
appeared as a fire or light within a
dense cloud (Ex 40:38, Ezekiel 1:4). This symbolizes that the Holy Spirit reveals yet also keeps hidden the glory
of God. In the New Testament, clouds
play a role in Jesus’ baptism, Transfiguration and Ascension.
A Cloud and Light
