Catholic Social Teaching Overview
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What is considered the ultimate good for a person?

  • Pleasure
  • Success
  • Fame
  • Happiness or God (correct)

Which limitation to freedom involves a lack of knowledge about what is truly good?

  • Temptation
  • Oppression
  • Ignorance (correct)
  • Weakness

How should partial goods function in relation to the ultimate good?

  • They should be prioritized over the ultimate good.
  • They should lead us away from the ultimate good.
  • They represent the ultimate good.
  • They should lead us to the ultimate good. (correct)

What is the purpose of law in society?

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What is 'freedom for' primarily aimed at?

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How does duty relate to freedom?

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Which of the following best describes 'freedom from'?

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What is a key aspect of human freedom in making choices?

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What is the primary purpose of society?

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Which of the following is considered a basic need that society should provide?

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Which aspect is NOT considered part of the common good?

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How does charity relate to the common good?

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Which of the following is a need that society cannot directly satisfy?

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What is identified as the first and vital cell of society?

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According to the summary, what must one achieve to fulfill their duty?

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What is a necessary component for the common good as stated in the content?

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Which of the following best describes the use of authority within a family?

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What concept refers to the collaboration in committing sins?

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Which principle best defines the relationship between individual progress and societal advancement?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the ruptured relationships due to sin?

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What do movements like communism and the Hippy movement of the 1960s aim to eliminate?

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In what way does the family help in learning to love others?

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What is a key lesson learned within the family regarding interaction with others?

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Which of the following structures is NOT identified as a structure of sin?

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What does Genesis 1 suggest about the creation of humans?

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According to Psalm 51, what is the nature of man regarding sin?

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In the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, what does the master represent?

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What does Sublimus Deus highlight regarding the treatment of Indigenous people?

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Which of the following is considered a violation of human rights?

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What is a primary function of basic human rights?

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What is one of the rights recognized as a basic human right?

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Why is the Holocaust considered a violation of human rights?

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What does Catholic Social Teaching primarily aim to address?

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Which of the following statements accurately reflects Aristotle’s view on man as a social being?

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How does the concept of the Blessed Trinity contribute to the understanding of man as a social being?

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What biological evidence supports the idea that humans are social beings?

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Which psychological consequence is associated with a lack of social connection?

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According to Matthew 20:34-40, what is emphasized about our actions towards others?

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What does the Communion of Saints illustrate about the church community?

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What fundamentally constitutes human dignity, according to Catholic teaching?

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Flashcards

Catholic Social Teaching

The teachings of the Catholic Church that address how humans are social beings and how society can achieve salvation.

Man as a Social Being

The idea that humans are created to be part of a society and that this is their natural state.

Aristotle's View on Social Being

Aristotle believed that humans achieve happiness by participating in society and working toward the common good.

Blessed Trinity and Relationality

The Blessed Trinity, God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, reveal that God is inherently relational and exists in a community of three persons.

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Biology and Social Dependence

Humans are born completely dependent on others for survival, illustrating the fundamental social nature of our existence.

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Psychology and Social Connection

Psychological research shows that humans have a deep need for social connection, and that isolation can lead to negative consequences such as depression.

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Matthew 20:34-40 and Social Responsibility

The story of the Last Judgement reminds us that our actions towards others have a significant impact on our spiritual well-being.

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Communion of Saints

Baptized into the church, Christians are joined in a single body called the communion of saints, where the suffering and good of each person is shared by all.

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Human Dignity

The belief that every human being is inherently valuable and worthy of respect, regardless of their race, gender, religion, or any other characteristic.

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Original Sin

The state of being born into a world marked by sin, a condition inherited from Adam and Eve.

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Human Capability for Sin

The ability to choose between good and evil, which can lead to both virtuous actions and sinful choices.

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God's Forgiveness

The ability to make amends for wrongdoing, even for grave sins, through God's mercy.

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Parable of the Unmerciful Servant

A story that emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, showing that God forgives our immense sins, yet we struggle to forgive minor offenses.

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Basic Human Rights

The principle that all humans have fundamental rights that are inherent and inalienable, ensuring their dignity.

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Right to Life

The right to exist and live without being unjustly killed or harmed.

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Right to a Fair Trial

The right to receive a fair and impartial legal process

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What fulfills man?

The fulfillment of a person's true nature, achieved through actions that contribute to the good of others.

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What is the role of the law?

The environment created by laws and institutions that enables individuals and society to pursue the good, promoting justice, order, and well-being.

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What is the 'Common Good'?

The good that benefits all members of a society, allowing them to flourish and fulfill their potential.

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What is Society?

The collective of individuals united for a common purpose, such as a family, school, nation, or team.

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What is the purpose of society?

The overarching goal of society is to ensure the well-being and fulfillment of each individual member, allowing them to live according to their vocation.

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What is Charity?

The virtue that motivates us to love God above all else and our neighbor as ourselves, ultimately leading to the common good.

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What are the elements of the Common Good?

The conditions that allow individuals and groups to reach their full potential more easily, including respect for the person, social well-being, and peaceful order.

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What is the 'new commandment'?

A new commandment given by Jesus during the last supper, emphasizing the importance of love as a driving force for human relationships.

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What is Human Freedom?

Human freedom is the ability to choose to engage in actions that align with the ultimate good. It's about seeking out what truly contributes to our happiness, but this happiness might be more than simple pleasures.

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What is the Ultimate Good?

The ultimate good is the highest form of happiness, which can be achieved through connection with God or a life lived in accordance with one's true purpose.

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What are Partial Goods?

Partial goods are often related to temporary pleasures, successes, or worldly desires. They can distract us from the ultimate good.

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What is Ignorance?

Our knowledge about what is truly good is limited. This can make it challenging for us to make good choices.

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What is Weakness?

We are all susceptible to temptation and may lack strength to make the right choices, even when we know what's good.

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What is Freedom 'From'?

This refers to freedom from limitations that prevent us from pursuing what we want. This includes freedom from oppression, obstacles, discrimination, and anything that holds us back.

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What is Freedom 'For'?

Freedom 'For' means freedom for a specific purpose. It's about using our freedom to achieve something meaningful.

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What is Duty?

Duty is a responsibility to pursue good for ourselves and others. It doesn't restrict freedom; it enhances it by guiding us towards what is truly beneficial.

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What is sin?

A personal act that breaks God's law and harms relationships with God, others, ourselves and nature. It can also negatively impact society.

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How does sin affect others?

We become complicit in sin when we directly participate, approve of, or fail to prevent it when we have the ability.

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What is the role of the family in society?

The family forms the foundation of society, providing the first social experiences and the development of essential social virtues.

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How does family teach respect for authority?

The family teaches us to respect authority through the roles of parents and the family structure.

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How does family teach responsible use of freedom?

In the family, we learn to use our freedom responsibly and to take care of our family members. This prepares us for fulfilling our roles in society.

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How does family teach social interaction?

The family provides a space for us to learn how to communicate, share, and deal with diverse people, preparing us for interacting with a wider community.

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How does family teach love for others?

The family fosters a love that transcends personal benefits and fosters a sense of common good. This prepares us for selfless love in the larger society.

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What are some structures of sin?

Corrupt practices, human trafficking, and government policies that disregard the common good are examples of structures of sin that systematically perpetuate evil.

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Study Notes

Catholic Social Teaching

  • A body of teachings that addresses the situation of man as a social being.
  • Aims to provide understanding of salvation of society

Man as a Social Being

  • Man is created to exist in society by nature.
  • Arguments for man as a social being:
    • Aristotle's concept of "happiness through society"
    • Seeking truth and good through others

Rational Soul

  • Intellect/Reason: Seeking the truth
  • Will: Doing the good

Blessed Trinity

  • God is relational by nature (Father, Son, Holy Spirit)

Biology

  • Humans are born dependent on others for survival.
  • Infants need social interaction to live.

Psychology

  • Studies show humans need social connection.
  • Lack of connection leads to loneliness, social isolation, and health problems (depression).

Matthew 20:34-40

  • The King illustrates that actions toward others have a stake in salvation.

Communion of Saints

  • Christians are connected in a body through the Church.
  • The good of one benefits all.

Human Dignity

  • Intrinsic value worthy of respect.
  • Created in God's image and likeness.
  • Christ died for all.
  • Genesis 1 describes creation in God's image and likeness.
  • Psalm 51 illustrates the concept of original sin.
  • The parable of the unmerciful servant shows God's forgiveness.

Development of Human Dignity (Sublimus Deus)

  • A letter from the Pope urging Spanish to stop enslaving Native Americans.
  • Spanish argued Native Americans were incapable of receiving the Catholic faith.

Violations of Human Rights

  • Slavery: reducing people to items
  • Discrimination: placing individuals in lower classes

Basic Human Rights

  • Result of recognizing human dignity.
  • Include the rights to life, fair trial, privacy, and ownership.

Freedom, Duty, and Law

  • Freedom is limited by knowledge and will.
  • People strive for ultimate good in their choices.

Limitations to Freedom

  • Ignorance (not knowing what is good)
  • Weakness (lack of strength to choose good)

Types of Freedom

  • Freedom "from" (lack of oppression)
  • Freedom "for" (achieving purpose)

Duty

  • Fulfills freedom by directing it toward the good.
  • Includes respect for others and upholding human rights.

Society and the Common Good

  • Examples include family, nation, school, and teams.
  • The purpose of society is the common good.
  • Gaudium et Spes 25: progress of the human person and society are intertwined. Society's purpose is good of each member.

Scientific Progress & Society

  • Society should provide basic needs (food, shelter).
  • People require basic needs for higher needs (spiritual, etc).
  • Societies should allow for needs to be met.

Common Good

  • The sum of social conditions allowing individuals to reach fulfillment.
  • Consists of respecting persons, social well-being, and a just order (peace, stability).

Charity

  • The theological virtue of loving God above all things.
  • Includes loving neighbors as oneself for the love of God.

Sin Affecting Society

  • Sin is a personal act but impacts society.
  • Cooperation in sin: directly participating, approving, or failing to prevent.
  • Sin ruptures relationships (with God, others, oneself, nature).
  • Structures of sin lead to evil in society.

Family

  • Family is the foundational cell of society.
  • Starting point of society
  • Source of social virtues.
  • Authority and hierarchy within families are recognized as key.

Movements to Eliminate Hierarchy

  • Communism, Hippy Movement (1960s): attempted to eliminate hierarchy.

Learning to Deal with Others

  • Relationships in families teach communication and empathy.
  • Learning to share and deal with different people (different ages, needs)

Learning to Love Others

  • Love for others should not be conditional on their acts.
  • Families can teach the importance of the common good.

Marriage

  • Marriage is a covenant between a man and a woman, established between themselves, procreation and education of offspring.
  • Marriage creates a stable family structure.

End Goal of Marriage

  • Good of spouses (union)
  • Procreation

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