Topic 1- Origins And Meaning Flashcards

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the four evangelists symbolism

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image of matthew s a man he is the gospel of christs humanity and his humbleness -image of mark signifies leadership and royalty winged lion - image of luke- winged ox symolises sacrifice as ox wasused as sacrifice -image of john flying eagle- eagle of the sky high theological meditation meaning the fact of christ

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god brethed into adam the breath of life

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peace and reconciliaion ae at the heart of the gospel. catholic social teaching condems he arms trade and suports those whon take u arms on the ground sof conscience we are entilted to human rights 2the basic equality of all must recive increasingly greater recogntion with respect to the fundamental rights of a erson" imago dei gaudium

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1.CAFOD tries to live out churches mission on a global scale by heloing those in need it has a disaster fund provide with food etc 5% is spent on educting people they also work for social justice 2.St Vincent de Paul Society regular visting+ care to help families finding it difficult to organise their homes help the lonely visit the elederly people set up hospitals organise childrens camps for children from poor or troubled homes organsig stores for unwanted furniture

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If mother life is in danger (e.g. ectopic pregnancy) the action to save the life of the mother even it it threatens or destroys the cite of the unborn child is acceptable as the intention is to save the mother, the effect on the child is not directly intended but is a side effect.

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The duty to care for creation responsibility, as stewards rather than consumers, and to protect it for future generations

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So god created mankind in his own image (Gen 1:27)

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Humans were made last in genesis 1 as they are th high point of god creation In g 2 he personally created Adam and Eve from the dust this shows they are sacred and special as god perfectly crafted them this links to the image of god

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As it shows the high point of gods creation

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Inspiration refers to 'God breathed'. The belief that the Spirit of God guides an individual to act or write what is good and true.

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Revelation is the word used to describe all of the ways in which God makes himself known to human beings, Christians believe that God does this finally and fully in the person of Jesus Christ.

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The Old Testament The Old Testament is made up of the following types of writing (literary forms): • The laws (Torah) - the first five books of the Bible (Pentateuch) deal with how the Jewish people became God's chosen race and how God taught them to live. These books tell of the creation and the lives of the patriarchs, such as Abraham. They also teach about Moses and the laws given to the people of Israel, including the Ten Commandments. • History - there are twelve historical books in the Bible, such as Joshua and Judges, These books show how God guided his people even though they were not always ready to listen. • Wisdom - Psalms is the prayer book of the Jewish people. There are also books of religious and moral teaching, such as the Book of Proverbs, which contains sayings about many aspects of life. • Prophets - from time to time God sent inspired figures to challenge the Jews to remain faithful to God, The New Testament The New, Testament is based on the life and teachings of Jesus and the apostles to whom Jesus taught God's message. All the New Testament was written in Greek. Answers at www.hoddereducation.co.uk/myrevisionnotes It can be divided into four types of writing (literary forms): • The Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) - these are the most important books of the Bible for all Christians, as they tell Jesus' story. The word gospel' means *good news' - the good news about Jesus. • The Acts of the Apostles - this is the sequel to Luke's Gospel, It tells the story of the Early Church, after Jesus' resurrection, › The letters (or Episties) - these were written mainly by Paul, but also by Peter, James, John and Jude. They were Christian leaders writing to Christians giving them advice on how to put Jesus teaching into practice and explaining what it means to be a Christian • The Book of Revelation - this is the last book in the Bible, dealing with John's vision of heaven and the defeat of evil

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Origins of the Bible It took about 350 years for the books that we now know as the Bible to be accepted as authentic records of Christian beliefs. The Synod of Hippo in 393ce decided which texts should be included in the Bible. For a book " her war satise incopter, Dig wiT triaStie had o fir the hallowing males. The work had to go back to the apostles, • It had to have an early date. • It had to agree with other presentations of Christian beliefs. The words of the Bible have been very carefully preserved over the centuries. The first Bibles were hand written and copies were made so other people could read them.

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Adam • Adam is on the left of the painting, lying back on the earth from which he has been formed as described in Genesis: then the lord God formed man of dust from the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being, [Genesis 2:7) • Adam is a perfect human being: young, handsome and strong. • Adam resembles God, Like a son looks like his father. • Adam mirrors the pose of God. Meaning Humans were created by God. • God created a perfect world. • Humans are made in the image and likeness of God. God • God is presented as a dynamic, active figure as if he is hard at work at his greatest creation. God reaches out to the more passive figure of Adam. • God is shown as older than Adam, yet he is strong and powerful. The viewer is reminded of the belief that God is both eternal and all powerful. • The difference in age between Adam and God also signifies the parent-child relationship that exists between God and humanity, God is the Father of all creation. Hand • Adam and God are seen reaching out to touch each other with their fingertips. Meaning The touch of fingertips represents the spark of life given to all humans by God; human life is sacred and a gift from God. Cloud • God is on a cloud, carried by a group of angels. This is a contrast to Adam on earth. • Some believe the cloud is in the shape of a brain showing God is the source of all knowledge and wisdom. • Others believe that the cloud represents à womb because of the red background. Also, the green cloth hanging down could be the umbilical cord. Meaning • This shows the greatness and transcendence of God. • God is omniscient. This signifies the idea that God gives all life, in the same way that the womb gives life to a new child.

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The Catholic Church and interfaith dialogue • Catholics believe they have a duty to put across the Gospel message. They believe non-Christian religions have some truth, but only Christianity has the whole truth. › Other religions should be respected. All people are created in the image of God (image Dei). The popes have spoken out about the importance of respect and D tolerance between different faiths. For example, Pope Benedict sid, Together with all people of good will, we aspire to peace. That is why I insist once again: interreligious and intercultural research and dialogue are not an option but a vital need for our time. (February 2007) • The Vatican Il Council stressed the importance of dialogue with jews and Muslims.

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Human life is sacred because humans are made in the image of God -SOWA- “Human life is sacred because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains forever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end” Catechism of the Catholic Church 2258

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“You, O Lord made something in the beginning, which is yourself, in your wisdom, which is born of your own substance, and you created this thing out of nothing. You created Heaven and Earth but you did no make them your own substance . If you had done so, they would have been equal to you only-begotten Son, and therefore to yourself, and justice could in no way admit that what was not of your own substance should be equal to you." [St Augustine, confessions xii]

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Christian Fundamentalist- account in bible is accurate god made earth. In 6 days , comes from the view that the bible is inspired word if God, which is never mistaken .AKA CREATIONSIM Catholics- read it symbolically , believe they can rveal some important things about the nature of the world +humanity. Although the 2 accounts of genesis are diff they share the same truths, see it symbolically Some other Christian’s- not mean to be taken literally , some try to harmonise science and biblical account, claiming each day of the creation story is a representation of billions of years and the time the world took to develop Jewish Beliefs God is creator God is sourced f life Each week celebrate Shabbat rescaling that gos made the world in 6 days and rested on 7th Jews share same two stones of genesis with Christian’s Orthodox- accounts . They were revealed to Moses by god, some have difficulty accepting scientific ideas such as the Big Bang an evolution Reform- shouldn’t be taken as historical facts Other Jews believe god started creation through the Big Bang and has guided the creation of life through evolution

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Adam is portrayed as the perfect human , young handsome and strong This reflects catholic belief that everything that God created was good , as mentioned repeatedly in Genesis, Also adam resembles God he has the same physical build and is striking a similar pose and details such as the arms, shoulders and feet are almost identical. All this is a reminder that humans are made in the image of God: imago dei Adam appears to be quite laid back figure, his arm resting on his knee , barely reaching out to God, syggesting that he is not fully alive yet. This symbolises that humand need God to give them life

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Over the years popes have soikedn out about he social issues of their day after having reflected their on God’s word in the scriptures. They have often chosen to do this through various encyclicals, and these have become known as Catholic Social Teachings the first modern instance of this can be traced back to 1891 when pope Leo XII spoke out in favour of oppressed factory workers who were demanding justice from their reluctant employers

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Imago Dei During second vatican council in the 1960s the church published an influential document called Gaudium et Spes which reflected on the role of the church in the modern word. The document drew on the crestion accounts in Genesis which outline hoe human have been crested in the image and likeness of God , imago dei . This belief is at the heart of CST

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353,000 babies are born a day. But unfortunately not all are equal Some are born into poverty Some into war , neglect and slavery. Some will be happy Some will be safe Some will be warm Some will be looked after Other will face a lack of peace die to gear,disease, Injustice and death Cstholics think this is unacceptable so they trest everyone justly and try to experience peace

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First of all the bb theory claims all matter was originally concentrated into a tiny point why as a result of a massive explosion in space 13.7th years ago it stated expanding and stilll is Catholic views Happy to accept it , say that’s under stand genesis symbolically not as a sciencitif. C explain to but as a theological statement about th worlds relationship with gd . The Big Bang theory was proposed my a catholic priests fr geogre lemaitre

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Some Christian’s believe it didn’t happen and tat god is creator and created the earth Other believe god created the Big Bang theory and catalysed it Non-religious Stephen hawking doubts existence of god and can explain existence and origin of the world without th existence of God. Powerful telescopes can detect evidence of background radiation which is thought to be left from an initial explosion at the start of the universe

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Fundamentalist- believe everything in biblical accounts is accurate and the creation of the earth took place in 6 calacnder days consecutively Comes from the view that the bible is inspired word of God and is never mistaken Catholics- don’t take it literally see it ymmoblicaly , believe it reveals som important things about the nature f the wold +humanity. Although the 2 accounts. Of genesis are different they show he same truths Some Christian’s think it shouldn’t be taken literally and try to harmonise cicnetific and biblical accounts suggesting that the a day in the creation story is actually billions of years in ime Jewish beliefs- Orthodox God is creator God is all source of life Each week celebrate gsbbat recalling that god made the world in 6 days and rested on the 7th Jews share the 2 stories of creation i th catholics Orthodox also believe that they creation stories are ru accounts revealed to Moses but God Reject the theory of evolution and the Big Bang theory Reform Jews - shouldn’t be seen as historical fax’s Others believe God started creation through t the Big Bang and guided the creation of life through evolution

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Christianity has a log tradition of sacred art using themes and images from Christian belief. The use of art goes back to the time when people could not read or write. Learning aboutJesus and the bible as made easier by looking at pictures Catholic art is used to : •Express faith in God and glorify him •Used as a focus for meditation and prayer •It demands a personal response , so it helps people think and reflect on their own beliefs •Art can sometimes challenge people, an artists interpretation of of a biblical theme may make the viewer rethink or reinforce their beliefs

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Sistine Chapel in the Vatican It was painted in between 1508 and 1512 He was a very religious man , his paintings brought glory to God and also intended to start reflection and meditation about catholic beliefs about God There are 9 scenes from Genesis the most famous being the creation of Adam , Adam is naked positioned on the lower left. God’s right arm is extended as if giving the spark of life to Adam , whose left arm is extended mirroring God’s. The mirroring pose shows humanity’s creation in God’s image,the fingers don’t touch suggesting God the giver of life is reaching out to adam giving him life

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The creation out of nothing, god created the universe out of nothing

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All powerful, god i believed to be all powerful

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Te process if mutation and natural selection which leads to changes in species over time to suit particular environments

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In the image of god, god created all humans in his own image

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The duty to care for creation responsibility , as stewards rather than consumers, and to protect it for all future generations

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Creation ex nihilio god created the universe out of nothing Can be found in bile , but also can be found in st Augustine’s writings (confessions xii) “You, O Lord made something in the beginning, which is yourself, inn your wisdom, which is born of your own substance, and you created something out of nothing “[St Augustine confessions xii]

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Current scientific theory is universe was created by Big Bang Big Bang claims that all matter was originally concentrated into a tiny point which as a result of a massive explosion in space 13.7th years ago , expanded into universe no is still expanding

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Stephen hawkings is an atheist- doubts existence of god as can explain origins of world and universe without needin god Powerful telescopes can detect evidence of background radiation which is thought to be left from initial expansion at the start of the universe Catholic views Happy to accept Big Bang , it support belief that god created universe out of o thing Christian’s May Christian’s catholics included accept scientific explanations ad understand genesi symbolically , not as a scientific explanation of the beginning of te word, but it is a theological statement about the world relationship with God

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A catholic priest Fr Georges Lemaître

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Story of creation was written thousands of years before modern science existed Fundamentalist- account in bible is accurate. This belief is known as creationsim Thy believe that: Creation of world and everything took place in 6 Callander days Comes from view that the bible is the inspired word of God, which is never mistaken Catholics- read it symbolically, believes it reveals some important things about the nature of the world and humanity . Although the 2 accounts of genesis are different they share the same truths Some Christian’s - not meant to be take literally, some try and harmonisescientifc and biblical accounts claiming each day may represent billions of years Jewish beliefs- In Judaism : God is creator God is al source of life Each week celebrate Shabbat-recalling that god made the world in 6 days and on the 7th he rested Jews like Catholics believe in the 2 stories of creation which are both in Genesis Orthodox- generally believe; True accounts and were revealed to Moses by God Some have difficulty accepting scientific ideas Reject evolution and Big Bang Reform+Liberal Jews- Shouldn’t be taken as historical facts Others believe- god started creation through the Big Bang and has guided the creation of life through evolution

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•Catholics say there is no conflict between science and religion •There is only conflict if someone interprets the bible literally

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“ In his encyclical Human, generis(1950) My predecessor Pius XII has already affirmed that there is no conflict between evolution and the doctrine of faith regarding man and his vocation." Pope John Paul II message to the pontifical Academy of sciences: on Evolution 22 October 1996, paragraphs 3-4.

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Scientific Prpeseod by Darwin Idea that 0ranism gradually change +develop into new species by a process known as natural selection Takes millions of years to come about Supported by fossil records DNA research shoes many similarities between species Richard Dawkins Modern supporter of a rigid scientific view He is an atheist Velvets evolution disproves the need for God and the belief that humans have sould Argues that living ornagisms body is just a survival machine for its genes and does not serve any other purpose Humans are just genetic mutations and are just advanced animals Catholic views Don’t rad bible literally pope john Paul II restated the view of pope piques that there is no conflict between evolutions and he doctrine of faith: “ In his encyclical Human, generis(1950) My predecessor Pius XII has already affirmed that there is no conflict between evolution and the doctrine of faith regarding man and his vocation." Pope John Paul II message to the pontifical Academy of sciences: on Evolution 22 October 1996, paragraphs 3-4. other Christian Views Some do not accept theory of evolution as they elite it is an attack on their faith as they interpret the bible literally

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(Mark,Matthew, Luke and John) The image for Matthew is a man. Matthew is the Gospel of Christ’s humanity an his humbleness and humility are highlighted through the book •Mark is a winged lion. The winged lion , which signifies leadership and royalty, is therefore seen as a symbol of Christ as king •The image for Luke is a winged ox-an o was used in sacrifice in the Temple. The winged ox is a reminder of the priestly character of Jesus and of his sacrificial death fro the sins of all mankind •The image for John is a flying eagle. An eagle is of the sky. This book is totally unlike the three other gospels in that it begins with a gig theological meditation upon the meaning of the fact of Christ

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At the hear of CST is dignity. Catholics believe that humans were created in the image of God, and that each human life is sacred. This is linked to Jesus teaching that we must love our own neighbour , as we love ourselves. C take a strong potion on issues to beginning and ending of life e.g abortion and euthanasia, but this belief has a huge impact on ho catholics support people with disabilities, how they address global inequality and their approach to civil right issues Need sowa

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Peace and reconciliation are at the heart of the gospel. Catholic social teaching condemns them arms trades and supports those who refuses to take up arms on grounds of conscience. Loos to kingdom of God and looks t find ways we can relate a lasting lead in the world. Common Good The Church promotes the idea of the common good. This means seeking the conditions in society that promote the fulfilment of all people, both as individuals and as groups. In order for people to flourish and reach their potential, society needs to promote respect for human rights and the dignity of each person, space to develop spiritual and material well-being, and peace and security within society. Need sowa

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• The UK has a strong Christian heritage, but modern Britain is a multi-faith society, including Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists. in the UK people have retigious freedom which means it is up to the individual to choose which religion they practise or not. Atheism, not believing in God, is much more common now.

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Means cooperative, constructive and positive engagement between diff faiths and e theists to : •Promote mutual understanding, respect tolerance and harmony •Identify common ground •Engage ins sharped action for the common good of society

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Many benefits E.g diff cultures and traditions Foods, loathes music literature New ways of living ad enjoying life Builds greater tolerances for eachother and respect an understanding to those who have a diff viewpoint o us Leads to a safe harmonious society

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•Feel have a duty to put acrossgospel message •Believe non-Christian religions have some truth, but only Christianity only has the whole truth •Other religions should be respected •All people are created in image of God •The popes have spoken out about the importance of respect and tolerance between different faiths: For example, Pope Benedict said, "Together with all people of good will, we aspire to peace. That is why I insist once again: interreligious and intercultural research and dialogue are not an option but a vital need for our time. (February 2007) • The Vatican Ii Council stressed the importance of dialogue with Jews and Muslims,

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Being a catholic isn’t just about praying on things you may do on Sundays. It is putting faith into action, and involves every aspect of life. Catholic charities try to reflect Catholic beliefs that: •humans were created in image and likeness of god, each human is sacred •Thi is linked to Jesus Teachinng that we must “2love our neighbour,as we love ourselves” •Respect for human life means respecting all of God’s creation

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Started by catholic bishop in 1962 I is and organisation which tries to live out the Churche’s is soon on a global scale. T tries to help those in need. It promotes long- term development so that the les-developed countries can support themselves •Has a disaster fund to help natural disasters and refugees, Emergency aid may mean sending food, medicines and shelters to victims of sister and war •About 5% of budget spent on educating the people and churches of England and Wales about the need for development and they ways in which Catholics can help less-developed countries •Works for social justice challenging unfairness and tries to bring an end to poverty

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Organisation of Catholics who try to help those in need in the uk can be found in small groups which a recalled conferences in schools, churches,parishes universities Their activities may include following: • Regular visiting and personal care to help families who are finding it difficult to organise their family or home. 17 Helping the lonely or bereaved and the housebound. Visits to individuals and families, to the sick at home or in hospitals and hospices, to residential homes and to offenders' institutions. Visiting housebound elderly people to prevent them from feeling isolated. Many appreciate a friendly face and enjoy a chat over a cup of tea. Shopping, decorating, gardening, filling in official forms and making sure people are receiving their statutory benefits. Organising children's camps for children from poor or troubled homes, and holiday schemes to provide a break for family carers, to give poor families a holiday or a break. Organising stores for unwanted furniture, which can be used when housing the homeless. Providing drop-in centres to give lonely people an opportunity to socialise Young Vincentians are the younger members of the St Vincent de Paul Society. The SVP has a successful programme in primary schools called "Mini Vinnies'. For secondary school-aged youth they have Youth SVP.

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Creation out of nothing. Before God created the universe, nothing existed. Only God can create out of nothing.

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The process of mutation and natural selection which leads to changes in species over time to suit particular environments.

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The word used to describe all of the ways in which God makes himself known to human beings. Christians believe that God does this finally and fully in the person of Jesus Christ.

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The duty to care for creation responsibly, as stewards rather than consumers, and to protect it for future generations.

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Existing outside of space and time. God exists in a way that makes him nothing like anything else that exists: above and beyond creation.

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