Christian Life: Law and Morality
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What is the primary origin of Natural Laws?

  • Cultural traditions
  • Religious doctrines
  • Primordial moral consciousness (correct)
  • Legal systems

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Natural Laws?

  • Indelibly inscribed in the soul
  • Evolves with cultural changes (correct)
  • Applies to everyone
  • Stable over time

What is one of the purposes of adhering to moral laws?

  • To show loyalty to God and others (correct)
  • To avoid legal consequences
  • To maintain social status
  • To achieve personal gain

Which type of law includes the Commandments from the Old Testament?

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What role does Jesus serve in relation to moral laws?

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What element is NOT part of the moral laws illustrated in the flowchart?

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Which aspect of moral laws indicates that they cannot be destroyed or removed?

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Which of the following actions exemplifies Natural Laws?

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What is the nature of an act if its intention is evil, regardless of the circumstances?

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What were the components of Jesus' answer regarding inheriting eternal life?

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Which of the following virtues emphasizes the importance of practical intelligence to recognize true goodness?

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What is considered the foundation of laws in the Christian context?

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How do laws contribute to individual happiness according to the content?

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According to the content, what is defined as the ability to act or not to act?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a capital sin?

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What is the primary reason given for why circumstances cannot turn an evil act into a good one?

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What does Pope Leo XIII state regarding the admonition of reason?

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What must emotions be governed by to ensure following Jesus and living a virtuous life?

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What is the primary consequence of breaking laws, according to the discussion?

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What aspect of a virtuous life aids in avoiding sin according to the content?

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What aspect of freedom is emphasized when it is oriented towards goodness?

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Which of the following statements best sums up the relationship between means and ends in ethical decision-making?

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What is a misuse of freedom as described in the content?

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What role do laws play in society, as described in the content?

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What is the primary purpose of the laws of the nation?

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What factors determine whether emotions become sin according to the content?

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Which element is NOT required for an action to be considered moral?

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In the case study presented, what is the primary subject of the man's action?

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Which of the following statements regarding divine laws is accurate?

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How should the laws of the nation relate to divine laws?

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What does the term 'ecclesiastical laws' refer to?

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Why are emotions described as neither good nor evil?

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Flashcards

Jesus' answer to eternal life?

Jesus' answer to 'What must I do to inherit eternal life' included: 1. Acknowledgement of the commandments, 2. Instruction to sell possessions and give to the poor, 3. Instruction to follow Jesus, 4. Promise of heavenly treasure.

What are Laws?

Laws are rules implemented by authorities to protect the public interest.

What is morality?

Morality is the voice of God, guiding us towards good and away from evil. It forms the foundation for laws.

Why human dignity?

Respect for humanity and human dignity underpins laws because God's Spirit resides in every human being.

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What is Freedom?

Freedom is the ability to choose our actions consciously, including the choice to act or not act.

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Freedom and Goodness

True freedom is oriented towards goodness and God, manifesting in good deeds and creating conditions of justice.

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What is Disobedience?

Disobedience is misusing freedom by choosing evil and tempting to find good in evil.

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What is Authority's role?

Authority's role is to establish rules and laws for social conduct to safeguard the public interest.

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What are the two categories of Divine Laws?

Old Testament laws (God's Commandments) and New Testament laws (Gospel Law).

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What are examples of Church Laws?

The decrees of the Holy Church, the exhortations of the Church, and the Canon Laws.

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What are Laws of Nation?

Restrictions imposed by the authorities on the character, conduct, freedom of action, rights, etc., of individuals in a nation.

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What is the objective of Laws of Nation?

Ensure a peaceful, orderly, and sustainable civil society, protecting human rights.

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When do emotions become sin?

Emotions can become sinful when they are perverted and lead to harmful actions.

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What are the elements for a moral action?

For an action to be considered moral, the subject, intention, and circumstance must all be good.

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What is the subject in ethics of human actions?

The subject refers to the goodness the mind consciously directs towards.

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What is the intention in ethics of human actions?

The intention centers on the person doing the work and the mind's movement towards the goal.

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What are Natural Laws?

The natural laws are inherent in human nature, enabling us to discern right from wrong based on reason and conscience. They are universal, unchanging, and reflect God's goodness.

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What are Divine Laws?

Divine laws are God's commands revealed in the Bible. They provide a framework for living a life pleasing to God and fulfilling his will.

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What are Church Laws?

Church Laws are specific regulations and teachings established by the Church to uphold Christian faith and practice.

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What are Laws of the Nation?

Laws of the Nation are societal rules created by governments to maintain order, protect rights, and ensure justice within a country.

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How are different moral laws like paths?

Following moral laws is like walking on a path to a destination. We choose which path to follow based on what we believe is right or wrong.

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What are the key principles of Natural Law?

Respecting God and recognizing the inherent dignity of every human being are fundamental requirements of natural law.

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How is Jesus a role model for moral law?

Jesus perfectly fulfilled moral law, becoming our role model for living a life of love and obedience to God and humanity.

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How does responsibility connect to freedom?

We are responsible for our choices and actions, as we have the freedom to choose between good and evil. Freedom misused leads to moral decline.

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What is circumstance?

The environment or reason for doing an action. It cannot turn evil into good but can increase or decrease good or evil.

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What is a virtuous life?

A virtuous life is the only way to avoid falling into sin. These are habits of doing good. Examples include prudence, justice, fortitude, courage, and temperance.

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What is prudence?

It is the ability to recognize true goodness and choose the right way to achieve it. It's a way of thinking and acting.

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What is justice?

The assurance and will to give one's due. Ensuring fairness and treating others with respect they deserve.

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What is fortitude?

The consistency and determination to pursue goodness, even when facing challenges.

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What is temperance?

Moderating attraction to pleasures and balancing their use. It's about restraint and finding the right balance.

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What is the purpose of laws?

They are rules and laws that help maintain order, protect the public, and guide individuals towards moral lives. It's the foundation for a peaceful and flourishing society.

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What are capital sins?

They include emotions like pride, greed, envy, anger, hesitation, obsession, and laziness. These behaviors can lead to other sins.

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Study Notes

Christian Life: Law and Morality

  • A young man asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life.
  • Jesus's answer:
    • Know the commandments
    • Sell possessions, give to poor
    • Follow Jesus
    • Treasure in heaven
  • Breaking laws causes misery for oneself and others.
  • What are causes of accidents?
  • Who is affected by one person's violation of law?
  • Message conveyed by the example?

Laws/Why the Laws

  • Laws are rules set by authorities to protect public interest.
  • Morality (the voice of God) is the foundation of law.
  • Laws respect humanity and human dignity as God's Spirit resides in humans.
  • Laws distinguish right from wrong.
  • Pope Leo XIII taught that reason is law.
  • Laws prompt us to love God and people, and fulfill our responsibilities.
  • Some laws are God-given, and others are made for the common good.
  • Laws should be consistent with reason and justice.
    • Questions about laws
      • Affected liberty of individual
      • Why obey rules
      • Who makes laws
      • What's wrong with doing what you love

Authority

  • Authority motivates individuals/institutions to set rules (laws).
  • Laws demand obedience and protect public interest.
  • Functions of law: set goals, ensure safety, define responsibilities, educate.
  • Individuals decide to obey or disobey laws based on freedom.
  • Freedom is the ability to act or not to act, and to determine one's actions.
  • Freedom should be used for the good, guided by the supreme goodness of God,.
  • Disobedience leads to evil choices and temptations.
  • Joy should not come at someone else's sorrow.
  • Jesus overcame temptations and is a role model.

Moral Laws

  • Natural Law (CCC 1954, 1958) is inherent, primordial moral consciousness, discerning good/evil, truth/falsehood. Based on loyalty to God and equal humans
  • Natural laws are unchanging and stable regardless of history. They are deeply inscribed in every individual's soul and cannot be destroyed. (Examples: loving and caring for children, respecting and honouring elders, saving lives etc.)
  • By participating in God's wisdom, we have the ability to control ourselves through our natural laws.
  • Divine Law is divided into Old Testament commandments and New Testament gospel law.

Church Laws

  • The Church is the continuation of the Messiah, therefore it's necessary to obey Church laws and teachings.
  • Church authorities create decrees, exhortations and Canon Laws.
  • Encyclicals and exhortations are instructions from the Church on faith, morals and rituals.

Five Precepts of the Church

  • Precepts (rules) are made by the Church's authorities (successors of the Messiah).
  • These commandments guide religious and moral life.

Canon Laws

  • The Church led by the Holy Spirit enforces Canon Laws.
  • The Church works through human systems.
  • Canon Laws coordinate church activities.
  • The Pope and the Latin Church/Eastern Churches have separate Canon Laws.
  • The Synod of Bishops has the authority to make laws for Eastern Churches.

Laws of Nations

  • Nations create laws that restrict conduct and rights.
  • Laws aim to ensure a peaceful, orderly society, and protect human rights.

Emotions and Moral Life

  • Emotions are natural to the human mind (source of emotions).
  • Love comes from the attraction to goodness.
  • Actions are moral when motivations and ends are good, immoral if the end is evil.
  • Virtues (prudence, justice, fortitude, courage, temperance) help us avoid evil and be good.
  • Emotions lead to good if controlled reasonably; bad if corrupted by sin.

Case Study

  • A man helps an elderly woman, then steals from her house to help other patients (prearranged).
  • Is stealing justified (intention vs. action) ?

Temperance

  • Virtues help us to enjoy acquired goods and live happily.
  • Pride, greed, envy, anger, and other destructive emotions can lead to evil.
  • We must be guided by virtues to control our emotions.

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