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What is the primary focus of Stage 4 in moral development?
What is the primary focus of Stage 4 in moral development?
- Fulfilling personal desires
- Upholding laws for social stability (correct)
- Pursuing universal ethics
- Challenging social norms
What characterizes the Post-conventional Level of moral reasoning?
What characterizes the Post-conventional Level of moral reasoning?
- Decisions guided by personal principles and universal ethics (correct)
- Focus on self-interest and punishment avoidance
- Strict adherence to local laws
- Morality based on societal approval
In Stage 5, what is the role of laws according to moral development?
In Stage 5, what is the role of laws according to moral development?
- To impose penalties on wrongdoers
- To maintain the status quo of social hierarchy
- To promote the welfare of society as social contracts (correct)
- To be followed without question
What does the term 'subsidiarity' imply in Catholic Social Teaching (CST)?
What does the term 'subsidiarity' imply in Catholic Social Teaching (CST)?
Which stage in moral development is associated with abstract principles like justice and equality?
Which stage in moral development is associated with abstract principles like justice and equality?
What is the primary function of sacraments in a religious context?
What is the primary function of sacraments in a religious context?
What is implied by the concept of a 'consistent ethic of life' in CST?
What is implied by the concept of a 'consistent ethic of life' in CST?
What is a key focus of the Pre-conventional level of moral development?
What is a key focus of the Pre-conventional level of moral development?
What principle of Catholic Social Teaching prioritizes the needs of the poor and vulnerable?
What principle of Catholic Social Teaching prioritizes the needs of the poor and vulnerable?
Which level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development emphasizes self-interest?
Which level of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development emphasizes self-interest?
Which principle of CST emphasizes the importance of community relationships for a fulfilled life?
Which principle of CST emphasizes the importance of community relationships for a fulfilled life?
What principle advocates for decisions to be made at the most immediate local level?
What principle advocates for decisions to be made at the most immediate local level?
What does the consistent ethic of life in CST promote?
What does the consistent ethic of life in CST promote?
Which stage of Kohlberg's moral development focuses on avoiding punishment?
Which stage of Kohlberg's moral development focuses on avoiding punishment?
What is the primary function of the economy according to CST?
What is the primary function of the economy according to CST?
Which stage in the Pre-conventional Level is characterized by actions driven by self-interest?
Which stage in the Pre-conventional Level is characterized by actions driven by self-interest?
What is the primary focus of Stage 4 in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
What is the primary focus of Stage 4 in Kohlberg's theory of moral development?
Which principle from Catholic Social Teaching emphasizes responsibility towards others?
Which principle from Catholic Social Teaching emphasizes responsibility towards others?
What is NOT included in the rights of workers according to Catholic Social Teaching?
What is NOT included in the rights of workers according to Catholic Social Teaching?
Which level in Kohlberg's moral development theory is characterized by decisions made to gain rewards?
Which level in Kohlberg's moral development theory is characterized by decisions made to gain rewards?
Which statement distinguishes laws from morals?
Which statement distinguishes laws from morals?
What does the moral responsibility entail?
What does the moral responsibility entail?
Which sacrament is NOT considered as part of the Sacraments at the Service of Communion?
Which sacrament is NOT considered as part of the Sacraments at the Service of Communion?
What is the main goal of the Church’s advocacy for wealth sharing?
What is the main goal of the Church’s advocacy for wealth sharing?
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Catholic Social Teaching
Catholic Social Teaching
A set of principles that guide how Catholics should live and act in the world according to their faith, focusing on human dignity and community.
Subsidiarity
Subsidiarity
The principle that decisions should be made at the lowest possible level, empowering local communities.
Solidarity
Solidarity
The principle to support and care for each other.
Preferential Option for the Poor
Preferential Option for the Poor
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Pre-conventional Level (Kohlberg)
Pre-conventional Level (Kohlberg)
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Conventional Level (Kohlberg)
Conventional Level (Kohlberg)
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Stage 3 (Kohlberg, Conventional Level)
Stage 3 (Kohlberg, Conventional Level)
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Consistent Ethic of Life
Consistent Ethic of Life
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Stage 4: Law and Order
Stage 4: Law and Order
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Post-conventional Level
Post-conventional Level
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Stage 5: Social Contract
Stage 5: Social Contract
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Stage 6: Universal Principles
Stage 6: Universal Principles
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Communion
Communion
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Sacraments
Sacraments
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Commitment
Commitment
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Signify
Signify
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Social Order Stage (Kohlberg)
Social Order Stage (Kohlberg)
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Catholic Social Teaching (CST)
Catholic Social Teaching (CST)
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Rights of Workers (CST)
Rights of Workers (CST)
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Solidarity (CST)
Solidarity (CST)
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Priority in Society (CST)
Priority in Society (CST)
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Moral Decision Example
Moral Decision Example
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Justice
Justice
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Study Notes
Catholic Social Teaching (CST) Key Principles
- CST is grounded in the inherent dignity of every person.
- Subsidiarity and participation: Local communities should be empowered to make decisions at the most immediate level.
- Solidarity: Support and care for each other as "brothers' and sisters' keepers."
- Preferential Option for the Poor: Prioritise the needs of the poor and vulnerable.
- Human Dignity: We are made in God's image, with inherent dignity.
- Care for Our Common Home: Responsibility for caring for the world.
- The Common Good: Living life fully through community relationships.
- Consistent Ethic of Life: Protects human life from conception to natural death.
- Purpose of the Economy: The economy should serve people, not just corporate profits or government interests.
Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
- Developer: Lawrence Kohlberg developed the theory of moral development focusing on stages of moral reasoning.
- Levels of Moral Development:
- Pre-conventional: Moral reasoning is based on self-interest, avoiding punishment or gaining rewards.
- Stage 1: Obedience and Punishment
- Stage 2: Instrumental Relativist
- Conventional: Moral reasoning prioritizes maintaining social order and gaining social approval.
- Stage 3: Good Interpersonal Relationships
- Stage 4: Authority and Social Order
- Post-conventional: Moral reasoning is based on personal principles and universal ethics.
- Stage 5: Social Contract
- Stage 6: Universal Ethical Principles
- Pre-conventional: Moral reasoning is based on self-interest, avoiding punishment or gaining rewards.
Sacraments
- Sacraments: Sacred rituals or ceremonies conveying divine grace. Examples include baptism, confirmation, and marriage.
- Commitment: A promise or pledge of faithfulness.
- Signify: To be a symbol of something.
- Ministry: Religious service performed by an individual or group.
Post-Conventional Moral Development
- Decisions based on personal principles and ethics, even if they conflict with laws or norms.
- Economy's purpose: The economy should serve people, not just profits.
- Consistent ethic of life (CST): Protection for human life from conception to death.
- Subsidiarity: Supporting local communities to solve own problems.
- Moral Development - Social Order: Individuals act to maintain social order.
Other Key Concepts
- Priority in society (CST): Prioritising the poor and vulnerable.
- Pre-conventional level description: Acting to avoid punishment or gaining rewards.
- Repentance lesson: Ignoring Scriptures would also ignore someone rising from the dead.
- Morality: Personal principles of right and wrong.
- Conscience: Inner sense of right and wrong.
- Justice: Fairness and right treatment for all.
- Moral response to unfair treatment: Guided by a sense of fairness and justice.
- Sacraments at Service of Communion: Strengthen Christian community and serve others.
- Morals, moral responsibility, moral decision-making: Commitment to act morally
- Similarity of law and morality: Both aim to guide behavior and protect society.
- Vocation: A calling reflecting one's passions and values which can change with life experiences.
- Covenant definition: A solemn promise.
- Old Testament covenant example: Covenant between God and Noah.
- Church's Role: Promoting social justice, equal dignity, and common good.
- Water symbolism (Holy Spirit): Cleansing and life-giving action in baptism.
- Common good (Church's role): Promoting respect for human dignity and addressing social inequalities.
- Solidarity: Supporting others, especially the poor and vulnerable.
- Sacraments: Examples include Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage for the Catholic Church.
- Importance of the Poor: Emphasis on their needs and care in CST.
- Image of God: Recognizing and respecting everyone's dignity and worth.
- Oil Symbolism (Holy Spirit): Represents unity with Jesus.
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Explore the key principles of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) and Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development. This quiz examines critical concepts such as human dignity, solidarity, and the purpose of the economy, as well as stages of moral reasoning. Test your understanding of these important moral frameworks.
