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What is the primary focus of theology compared to religious studies?
What is the primary focus of theology compared to religious studies?
Which branch of theology is concerned with the study of the Holy Spirit?
Which branch of theology is concerned with the study of the Holy Spirit?
What does eschatology study within theology?
What does eschatology study within theology?
Which theological discipline focuses primarily on the sacramental aspects of faith?
Which theological discipline focuses primarily on the sacramental aspects of faith?
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What is the area of theology that covers the history and structure of the Church called?
What is the area of theology that covers the history and structure of the Church called?
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What does monotheism refer to?
What does monotheism refer to?
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Which term describes a belief in a supreme being that does not intervene with the universe?
Which term describes a belief in a supreme being that does not intervene with the universe?
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What does humanism emphasize?
What does humanism emphasize?
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Which of the following terms is defined as the belief in existence of multiple gods?
Which of the following terms is defined as the belief in existence of multiple gods?
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What does the term apophatic mean in theology?
What does the term apophatic mean in theology?
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What is the meaning of omniscient?
What is the meaning of omniscient?
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Which of the following best describes scholasticism?
Which of the following best describes scholasticism?
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What does immutable mean in relation to God?
What does immutable mean in relation to God?
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What is a key characteristic of joy according to the provided information?
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What does peace signify in the context provided?
What does peace signify in the context provided?
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What was Peter given by Jesus as mentioned in the content?
What was Peter given by Jesus as mentioned in the content?
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What symbolizes the Holy Spirit during Pentecost?
What symbolizes the Holy Spirit during Pentecost?
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What was one way the Early Christians practiced communal life?
What was one way the Early Christians practiced communal life?
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What is revealed about Jesus at his baptism?
What is revealed about Jesus at his baptism?
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Who is recognized as the first Christian martyr?
Who is recognized as the first Christian martyr?
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What does Saul's journey to Damascus represent?
What does Saul's journey to Damascus represent?
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What does the Mustard Seed Parable signify?
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What does the term 'Apostle' signify?
What does the term 'Apostle' signify?
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Which type of miracle showcases Jesus' authority over life and death?
Which type of miracle showcases Jesus' authority over life and death?
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What is the central theme of Jesus' mission?
What is the central theme of Jesus' mission?
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What event does the Via Dolorosa represent?
What event does the Via Dolorosa represent?
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What is referred to as the Incarnation?
What is referred to as the Incarnation?
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Which statement reflects the concept of High Christology?
Which statement reflects the concept of High Christology?
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At what age was Jesus circumcised?
At what age was Jesus circumcised?
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Which group was responsible for interrogating Jesus?
Which group was responsible for interrogating Jesus?
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What was the main charge against Jesus during his trial before the Sanhedrin?
What was the main charge against Jesus during his trial before the Sanhedrin?
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What event is known as the Paschal Mystery?
What event is known as the Paschal Mystery?
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What does the term 'Theosis' refer to?
What does the term 'Theosis' refer to?
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Who led the Temple guards to arrest Jesus?
Who led the Temple guards to arrest Jesus?
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What was Pontius Pilate's role in the condemnation of Jesus?
What was Pontius Pilate's role in the condemnation of Jesus?
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What does INRI signify on the cross?
What does INRI signify on the cross?
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What is the significance of Jesus' resurrection for believers?
What is the significance of Jesus' resurrection for believers?
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What does Cataphatic theology involve?
What does Cataphatic theology involve?
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Which theology examines the nature and work of the Holy Spirit?
Which theology examines the nature and work of the Holy Spirit?
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What concept does the term 'Omnipotent' refer to?
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Which argument posits that everything must have a cause?
Which argument posits that everything must have a cause?
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What is the focus of Ecclesiology in theology?
What is the focus of Ecclesiology in theology?
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Which philosopher is known for the Watchmaker Argument?
Which philosopher is known for the Watchmaker Argument?
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What does the term 'Immutable' describe about God?
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What defines a Posteriori argument in theology?
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Study Notes
Catholic Theology Exam Study Guide
- Exam Content: Theology, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, The Church, The Sacraments, The End Times
Theology
- Theology vs. Religious Studies: Theology focuses on the nature of God and religious belief; religious studies examine various world religions.
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Types of Theology:
- Trinitarian: Belief and study of the Trinity.
- Christology: Study of Jesus Christ's nature, teachings, and actions.
- Pneumatology: Study of the Holy Spirit.
- Ecclesiology: Study of the Church's history, nature, and structure.
- Mariology: Study of Mary, Mother of Jesus, and her role in salvation history.
- Sacramental Theology: Belief that God uses creation to communicate grace.
- Liturgical Theology: Study of Christian worship and its theological context.
Moral Theology
- Moral Theology: Studies the practical implications of God's revelation, focusing on the kind of people we should be and the actions we should perform or avoid.
- Eschatology: Study of the last things: death, particular judgment, general judgment, heaven, hell, and purgatory
Concepts and Beliefs
- Monotheism: Belief in one God
- Polytheism: Belief in multiple Gods
- Atheism: Lack of belief in God
- Agnosticism: Belief that the existence of God cannot be known.
- Deism: Belief in a supreme being but not in divine intervention in the universe
- Humanism: Emphasis on humanity rather than divinity
- Omnipotent: All-powerful
- Omniscient: All-knowing
- Omnipresent: Present everywhere
- Immutable: Unchangeable
Methods and Tools
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Scholasticism: Method integrating faith and reason
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Summa Theologica: "Pinnacle of Theological Knowledge"
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A Priori: Reasoning from facts based solely on reason
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A Posteriori: Reasoning from experience or observations
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Empirical Evidence: Sensory experience, observation, experiments
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Cataphatic: Theology using tangible images and concepts
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Apophatic: Theology describing God through negation
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Scripture and Tradition: Tools used in Catholic Theology
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Scripture, Anthropology, Sociology, History, Archaeology: Tools used in Religious Studies
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The Five Ways of St. Thomas Aquinas: Arguments for the existence of God.
- Motion: Everything in motion is caused by a mover, eventually a first mover (God)
- Causality: Every effect has a cause, eventually a first cause (God).
- Contingency: Things come into existence and pass away, thus requires a necessary being (God).
- Perfection: Degrees of perfection, necessitate a perfect being (God).
- Design: Order and complexity in the universe necessitate an intelligent designer (God). -Teleological Argument: God's existence based on design and purpose in the universe.
Additional
- Salvation History: The pattern of events in human history where God clearly reveals his presence and salvation.
- Religious Studies: The scholarly, objective study of religion.
- Theology: The study of God and religious belief.
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Prepare for your Catholic Theology exam with this comprehensive study guide. Covering key concepts such as the Trinity, the Church, and the Sacraments, this guide will help reinforce your understanding of theological principles and moral implications. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge in Catholic beliefs.
