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Unit 3 AOS1- Search for meaning Flashcards

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Define texts with RC tradition

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Texts- all written, oral or illustarted expressions of theology RC eg= The Bible, Laudato Si (encyclicals)

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Define rituals with RC tradition

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Rituals- prescribed set of actions that have symbolic meaning RC eg= sign of the cross, baptism

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Define spiritual experiences with RC example

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Individual spiritual experience- an encounter which is unmeasurable and strengths belief RC eg= roasry beads, vocation & service

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define beliefs with rc example

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Beleifs- theological ideas that are thought to be true by adherents RC eg= God created the world in 7 days, God is omnipotent (all-powerful)

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define ethics with rc eg

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Ethics- the teachings that define right and wrong for adherents eg= the virtues (love, peace, justice) 10 commandments
Symbols- stand for or represent something else RC eg= the crucifix, dove
Sacred stories- are holy narratives which convey religious beliefs RC eg= Noah’s arc, birth of jesus
Sacred spaces, places, artefacts, times- focus areas for worship or spiritual experience RC eg= churches, altar, pilgram sites, christmas, lent
Social structure- organisation of the tradition and relationship to wider world RC eg= Pope, cardinals, bishops, priest, deacons, laity

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define symbols with rc eg

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Symbols- stand for or represent something else RC eg= the crucifix, dove

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define sacred stories

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Sacred stories- are holy narratives which convey religious beliefs RC eg= Noah’s arc, birth of jesus
Sacred spaces, places, artefacts, times- focus areas for worship or spiritual experience RC eg= churches, altar, pilgram sites, christmas, lent
Social structure- organisation of the tradition and relationship to wider world RC eg= Pope, cardinals, bishops, priest, deacons, laity

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sacred stories rc examples

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Sacred spaces, places, artefacts, times- focus areas for worship or spiritual experience RC eg= churches, altar, pilgram sites, christmas, lent

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social structure rc example

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Social structure- organisation of the tradition and relationship to wider world RC eg= Pope, cardinals, bishops, priest, deacons, laity

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Describe the nature of the aspects being interrelated and examples in RC tradition

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Describe the nature of the aspects being interrelated and examples in RC tradition

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Define religion (3 marks)

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Religion is a set of beliefs or values, usually with reference to a divine or ultimate reality, which rule the lives of adherents in both a physical and moral sense.

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3 ways religion contributes to society

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encourages humanitarian work
provides stability and structure to communities
gives purpose and meaning to people’s lives

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Define the different truths (3 marks)

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Empirical- what is known and seen (scientific)
Religious- not reliant on truth but on faith gathered by texts and religious preachings
Absolute/ relative- mixed beleif depending on the situtational context

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The stages of the RC truth narrative

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creation, the fall, covenant, incarnation, redemption, ongoing

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omipresent

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present in every section/ area of the universe

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omnipotence

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all powerful

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omniscient

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all knowing

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immanent

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present and active in worldy events

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transcendant

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beyond human experience and comprehension

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impersonal

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abstract ideas such as love, justice and peace

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What are the different types of beliefs? (FFSD)

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Foundational- key, origin beliefs that define the faith
Fundamental- flow from foundational structure and maintain world view of the religion
Subsequent- not integral flows from early beliefs ↓theological
Distinctive- peripheral, interpreted in unique ways (relative truths)

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What are the sources of RC belief?

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texts, traditions and magesterium

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sources of evidence of RC tradition

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Bible
catechism of catholic church (CCC)
creeds (nicene creed and Apostle’s creed)
Prayers (our father, sign of the cross, hail mary)
Hymns- amaxing grace, chrsit be our light
Church docs- apsotolic letters, encyclicals
quotes- theologians, saints, popes, bishops

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incarnate

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the belief of UR taking human form → Jesus

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Imago Dei
'image of God'- humanity is created with the goodness and love of god → stewardship of the world
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Consubstantial
made of the same substance/ essence eg. Holy trinity
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Deity
a transcendent being who governs all features of the universe
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monotheism
the belief in one god
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What are existential questions?
Deep, philosophical questions concerning the meaning and purpose of life ## Footnote Examples include: 'What is the meaning of life?' and 'Is there a purpose to our existence?'.
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Define transcendent.
Beyond the limits of the human world ## Footnote Related terms: other-worldly, ethereal, cosmic.
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What is a pluralist society?
A society where many different views coexist with each other while retaining their differences.
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Who is a sociologist?
A person who conducts the scientific study of the organization of community and features that design them.
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What does a theologian study?
The nature of God, religion, and religious beliefs.
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What does the term 'prominent' mean?
An object or topic that is noticeable and pronounced ## Footnote Synonyms include distinguished, notable, esteemed, and influential.
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What is the definition of search?
A quest to discover or find something.
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What are empirical truths?
Established by experiments where the results are the same each time.
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Define religious truths.
Truths discovered by people following a religion, stemming from God or a sacred text.
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Explain absolute and relative truth.
Some things are always true (absolute) while others differ according to the situation (relative).
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What is a truth narrative/metanarrative?
An overarching account or interpretation of events providing structure and meaning to people's lives.
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Define religion.
A set of values or beliefs, often referencing a deity or ultimate reality, governing adherents' lives.
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What is ultimate reality?
A cosmic force or realm beyond human understanding.
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What does 'holy' refer to?
God is ‘other’, separate, and sacred to anything else on earth.
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Define omnipotent.
All-powerful.
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What does omniscient mean?
All-knowing.
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What does omnipresent mean?
Present everywhere.
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Define immanent.
Active and ‘in the world’ today.
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What does omnibenevolent mean?
All-good.
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What is the difference between personal and impersonal views of God?
Personal: Individuals can have a relationship with God; Impersonal: God is an abstract phenomenon.
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What are foundational beliefs?
Beliefs that emerged at the beginning of the religion, differentiating it from other groups.
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Define fundamental beliefs.
Beliefs that underpin the worldview of the religion.
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What are subsequent beliefs?
Beliefs that are not integral but share characteristics of the religious tradition.
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What does distinctive mean in a religious context?
Beliefs only found in certain religious traditions.
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Define monotheism.
The belief in only one God.
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What is polytheism?
The belief in multiple gods.
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What is the Trinity?
The belief that God is three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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What is transubstantiation?
The belief that during mass, the wine and blood transform into the body of Christ.
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What is scripture in the context of the Roman Catholic Church?
The Roman Catholic Bible in its two testaments.
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What is tradition in a religious context?
The Church’s reflection on and teaching of scripture.
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Define magisterium.
The official teaching authority of the Roman Catholic Church.
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What is the Bible?
The holy book of Christianity.
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What are creeds?
Statements of faith, such as the Apostle’s Creed and Nicene Creed.
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What is the Catechism of the Catholic Church?
A summary of doctrine and teachings of the Catholic Church.
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List some examples of prayers in Christianity.
* Our Father * Glory be * Hail Mary * Sign of the cross.
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What are hymns?
Songs of praise in worship, e.g., 'Amazing Grace'.
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What are church documents?
Official writings, such as encyclicals and speeches.
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What does cosmology study?
The origin and nature of the universe.
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Define wisdom.
Accumulated knowledge and understanding.
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What is enlightenment in a religious context?
Knowledge, understanding, full comprehension.
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What does irreconcilable mean?
So different from each other that they cannot be compared.
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Define transcendental.
Beyond common experience.
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What are moral values?
Accepted cultural standards.
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What does sovereign mean?
Possessing supreme or ultimate power.
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What is meant by almighty?
Having complete power.
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Define incarnate.
Embodied in human form.
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What does divine mean?
Connected with or like a God.
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What is a deity?
The creator or supreme being.
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What does imago dei refer to?
In the likeness or image of God.
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Define relational in a theological context.
Recognition of interconnectedness.
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What does triune mean?
Consisting of three in one.
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What does consubstantial mean?
Of the same substance or essence.
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What does begotten mean?
Brought into existence by or as a parent.
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Define creation myth.
A sacred story explaining religious beliefs about the universe.
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What does dominion mean?
In charge of, authority over.
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What is stewardship?
Responsibility to manage and look after.
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What is revelation in a religious context?
Divine or supernatural disclosure to humans regarding existence.
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Define exalted.
Holding an important position, superior, pinnacle.
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What is a covenant?
Binding agreements between God and God’s people with obligations.
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What does Passover commemorate?
The biblical story of Exodus where God freed the Israelites from slavery.
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Define steadfast.
Resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.
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What does eternal mean?
Endless, perpetual.
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What does redeeming refer to?
Able to save people from sin, error, or evil.
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Define reconciling.
Restore friendly relations between groups.
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What is solidarity?
To stand with, to be with others.
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What is redemption?
The action of being saved from sin, error, or evil.
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What does salvation mean?
Deliverance from sin and its consequences.
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What is original sin?
The innate tendency to evil inherited from Adam and Eve.
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Define free will.
Freedom of humans to make choices not determined by prior causes.
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What is 'the fall' in Christianity?
The transition from innocence to guilty disobedience of the first humans.
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What is the Paschal Mystery?
The passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus.
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Define suffering in a religious context.
The human experience of misery and hardship for greater purpose.
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What is redemptive efficacy?
Belief in Jesus’ life, crucifixion, and resurrection as the most effective way for salvation.
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What is theodicy?
Vindication of divine attributes and God's goodness with respect to the existence of evil.
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Define eschatology.
Beliefs and prophecies about death, the end of the world, heaven, and hell.
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What is purgatory?
A state of being purified and healed from sin.
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What is heaven?
A state of being one with God (eternal communion).
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What is hell?
The state of being totally separated from God.

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