7 Traits of Human Beings C.C.C 2020

Questions and Answers

What does it mean that humans are created in the image and likeness of God?

Humans are valuable, good, and holy. (correct)

Humans are perfect beings.

Humans can do no wrong.

Humans have unlimited power.

What are humans called to according to the C.C.C.?

Happiness and holiness

Humans are not free to make their own choices.

False

What is a moral being capable of doing?

Humans are capable of doing good or evil. Signup and view all the answers

What role do passions or feelings play in being human?

They are part of being human and are neither good nor evil. Signup and view all the answers

What blessing do humans have related to moral understanding?

Humans have a conscience. Signup and view all the answers

Humans have absolute freedom and cannot sin.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the 7 traits of human beings according to the C.C.C.?

<ol> <li>Created in the image of God, 2. Called to happiness and holiness, 3. Rational and free, 4. Moral beings, 5. Have passions or feelings, 6. Blessed with a conscience, 7. Able to sin.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Traits of Human Beings

Humans are created in the image and likeness of God, which denotes inherent value, goodness, and holiness in all individuals.
There is a divine call for humans to pursue happiness and holiness, suggesting that true happiness is found in relationships characterized by love and gratitude towards God and others.
Rationality and freedom differentiate humans; individuals can reflect on their actions and their effects, which underscores personal responsibility in decision-making.
Moral capability allows humans to discern and execute good or evil actions, guided by rational thought and intention.
The experience of emotions, such as passions and feelings, is an intrinsic part of humanity; feelings themselves are neutral, but responses can be morally positive or negative based on choices made.
Each person possesses a conscience, which aids in moral reasoning by allowing reflection on actions and aligning decisions with inner moral truths.
The capacity to sin arises from free will, leading individuals to make decisions in opposition to reason and truth, resulting in alienation from God and potential negative influences on others.
The seven traits collectively reflect the multifaceted nature of humans as described in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (C.C.C.).

Description

Explore the fundamental traits that define human beings according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This quiz delves into concepts such as being created in the image of God and the call to happiness and holiness, reflecting the inherent value and goodness of all people.