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What does the name 'Jesus' literally mean?
What does the name 'Jesus' literally mean?
Where was Jesus born?
Where was Jesus born?
Which title means 'God is with us'?
Which title means 'God is with us'?
Which of the following represents the Greek term for 'Anointed One'?
Which of the following represents the Greek term for 'Anointed One'?
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What was the expectation of the Messiah at the time of Jesus' birth?
What was the expectation of the Messiah at the time of Jesus' birth?
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What signifies the beginning of Jesus’ Active Ministry?
What signifies the beginning of Jesus’ Active Ministry?
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From which town was Jesus raised?
From which town was Jesus raised?
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Who was the Roman Emperor at the time of Jesus’ birth?
Who was the Roman Emperor at the time of Jesus’ birth?
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Which of the following sacraments can be administered by someone in an emergency situation?
Which of the following sacraments can be administered by someone in an emergency situation?
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What does the term 'transubstantiation' refer to?
What does the term 'transubstantiation' refer to?
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Which sacrament is associated with granting forgiveness of sins and spiritual healing?
Which sacrament is associated with granting forgiveness of sins and spiritual healing?
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Why are priests not allowed to marry within the Church?
Why are priests not allowed to marry within the Church?
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Which of the following pairs correctly associates each sacrament with its category?
Which of the following pairs correctly associates each sacrament with its category?
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What was revealed about Jesus at his baptism?
What was revealed about Jesus at his baptism?
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Which parable illustrates the concept that the Kingdom of God starts small and grows?
Which parable illustrates the concept that the Kingdom of God starts small and grows?
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What type of miracle is characterized by authority over death?
What type of miracle is characterized by authority over death?
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What central theme does Jesus' ministry focus on?
What central theme does Jesus' ministry focus on?
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Which event is marked by the phrase 'Via Dolorosa'?
Which event is marked by the phrase 'Via Dolorosa'?
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What is the term for the process of sharing in God’s divine nature?
What is the term for the process of sharing in God’s divine nature?
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What Roman Emperor ruled during the time of Jesus' birth?
What Roman Emperor ruled during the time of Jesus' birth?
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What does High Christology primarily emphasize?
What does High Christology primarily emphasize?
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What event does the Incarnation refer to in Jesus' life?
What event does the Incarnation refer to in Jesus' life?
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At what age was Jesus circumcised?
At what age was Jesus circumcised?
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What two crimes was Jesus convicted of by the Sanhedrin?
What two crimes was Jesus convicted of by the Sanhedrin?
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Who announced Jesus' conception to Mary?
Who announced Jesus' conception to Mary?
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What does the term 'Paschal Mystery' encompass?
What does the term 'Paschal Mystery' encompass?
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What was the official role of Pontius Pilate during Jesus' trial?
What was the official role of Pontius Pilate during Jesus' trial?
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What does INRI stand for in relation to the crucifixion of Jesus?
What does INRI stand for in relation to the crucifixion of Jesus?
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What is the significance of the Resurrection in Christianity?
What is the significance of the Resurrection in Christianity?
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What is the primary assertion of the Argument of Motion proposed by Thomas Aquinas?
What is the primary assertion of the Argument of Motion proposed by Thomas Aquinas?
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In the context of causality, what does Aquinas argue about the concept of a FIRST cause?
In the context of causality, what does Aquinas argue about the concept of a FIRST cause?
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Which concept relates to the idea that there is a source of all perfection?
Which concept relates to the idea that there is a source of all perfection?
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What is the main idea of William Paley's Watchmaker Theory?
What is the main idea of William Paley's Watchmaker Theory?
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Pascal’s Wager suggests that believing in God is a rational choice due to what factor?
Pascal’s Wager suggests that believing in God is a rational choice due to what factor?
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According to Aquinas' third way, what distinguishes contingent beings from necessary beings?
According to Aquinas' third way, what distinguishes contingent beings from necessary beings?
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What does the Grand Designer argument primarily focus on?
What does the Grand Designer argument primarily focus on?
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What aspect of existence does the concept of 'contingency' clarify?
What aspect of existence does the concept of 'contingency' clarify?
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What event takes place when Jesus is eight days old?
What event takes place when Jesus is eight days old?
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What is the significance of the Presentation in the Temple?
What is the significance of the Presentation in the Temple?
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What is one of the symbols of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the content?
What is one of the symbols of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the content?
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What event does Pentecost represent in Christianity?
What event does Pentecost represent in Christianity?
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What represents the unseen Spirit of God and symbolizes the resurrection power of God?
What represents the unseen Spirit of God and symbolizes the resurrection power of God?
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Which of the following statements correctly describes the characteristics of the Holy Spirit in the creation stories?
Which of the following statements correctly describes the characteristics of the Holy Spirit in the creation stories?
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Which biblical passage describes Jesus as a 12-year-old found in the Temple?
Which biblical passage describes Jesus as a 12-year-old found in the Temple?
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What does the fire symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?
What does the fire symbolize in relation to the Holy Spirit?
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Study Notes
Catholic Theology Exam Study Guide
- The exam covers theology, God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, The Church, The Sacraments, and The End Times.
- Theology distinguishes itself from religious studies by focusing singularly on the nature of God and religious belief, while religious studies explore world religions.
- Types of Theology include:
- Trinitarian - relating to the doctrine of the Trinity
- Christology - teachings about Jesus, his nature, words, and actions.
- Pneumatology - the branch of theology focused on the Holy Spirit.
- Ecclesiology - the study of the nature, history, and structure of the Church.
- Mariology - the study of Mary, mother of Jesus, in Catholic theology.
- Sacramental Theology - focuses on God using creation to communicate grace.
- Liturgical (Eucharistic) Theology - studies Christian worship, historically and contemporarily.
- Moral Theology studies God's implications on the practical implications of the kind of people and actions we should do.
- Eschatology deals with the last things: death, judgement, heaven, hell, and purgatory for example.
- Main beliefs and doctrines include Monotheism (one God), Polytheism (multiple Gods), Atheism (denies God's existence), Agnosticism ("don't know"), and Deism (belief in a supreme being who does not intervene).
- Key theological attributes of God include being Omnipotent (all-powerful), Omniscient (all-knowing), Omnipresent (all-present), and Immutable (unchanging).
- Key theological study tools are Scripture and Tradition.
- Religious studies use other methods such as Anthropology, Sociology, History, and Archeology.
- There are various arguments for the existence of God, using reason and experience. These include the argument from motion, efficient cause, necessary being, gradation, and design (also known as the watchmaker argument).
God the Father
- St. Thomas Aquinas described 5 ways to understand God the Father:
- The Unmoved Mover
- Efficient Cause
- Necessary Being
- Supreme Model
- Grand Designer.
God the Son (Jesus Christ)
- Titles for Jesus include Messiah (Hebrew) and Christos (Greek), both meaning "anointed one".
- Other Titles relate to his role such as Emmanuel ("God is with us") and other symbolic meanings.
The Holy Spirit
- The Holy Spirit is a central figure in Christianity.
- Symbols of the Holy Spirit include wind, fire, and tongues of fire.
- Pentecost marks the coming of the Holy Spirit on the apostles, symbolizing the beginning of the Christian Church.
The Church
- The Church is one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.
- The Church is a means of spreading God's holiness.
- The church is part of an unbroken line of succession from the apostles to contemporary leaders.
- Key aspects of church life include community, shared possessions, prayer, and breaking bread.
Sacraments
- Sacraments are outward signs of inward grace instituted by Jesus.
- The 7 Sacraments recognized by the Catholic Church are Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.
- Important concepts to remember regarding each sacrament.
Salvation History and The Cross
- Salvation history is the pattern of events in human history where God reveals himself.
- The Paschal Mystery encompasses Jesus' suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension.
- The work of salvation is through Jesus' actions and is part of the process to life, death, and renewal.
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Prepare for your Catholic Theology exam with this comprehensive study guide. Covering key topics such as the Trinity, Christology, the Church, and the Sacraments, this guide provides essential insights into the nature of God and religious beliefs. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of Catholic Theology and its various branches.
