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Which of the following can be considered an impediment to making moral decisions?
What does 'imago dei' mean?
Humans are considered to be created in the image of God.
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Name the three persons of the Trinity.
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Humans reflect God's _____ by making laws and feeling guilt.
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Match the following impediments with their descriptions:
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Moral dilemmas involve two or more conflicting moral choices.
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What does 'free will' allow humans to do?
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What is one of the eleven passions according to St. Thomas Aquinas?
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According to the content, habits are innate dispositions that impact behavior.
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What does moral law represent according to the content?
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The ___ law is based primarily on biblical principles and guides individuals towards eternal happiness.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Breaking the law does not affect trust between individuals in a society.
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Which of the following is NOT a contemporary impediment to decision making?
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What term describes the influences of the environment during one's trainable years?
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Study Notes
Embodied Spirit
- Humans consist of body and soul, reflecting the concept of an embodied spirit.
- Intellect (isip) allows understanding of God’s creation.
- Free will (kilos - loob) enables decision-making from various desires.
- Created in God's image and likeness signifies human dignity.
Restoration Through Grace
- Original divine image distorted by sin is restored by God's grace.
- Genesis 2:7 describes God forming man and breathing life into him.
- Genesis 1:27 emphasizes the creation of humanity as a divine masterpiece.
The Trinity
- God is known as three persons:
- God the Father as the Creator.
- God the Son as the Savior.
- God the Holy Spirit as the Animator.
Human Capacity
- Intellectual capacity enables understanding and creativity, such as art and literature.
- Moral beings created for fellowship; reflect God’s nature through love and law-making.
- Moral dilemmas pose significant ethical decisions with conflicting choices.
Impediments to Moral Decision-Making
- Ignorance: Lack of knowledge hinders proper use of intellect and leads to poor conclusions.
- Passion: Intense emotions can cloud judgment and impede correct decision-making.
- Fear: Stress from perceived threats can prevent rational thinking.
- Violence: Coercion affects the ability to think clearly and make free choices.
Contemporary Compendiments
- Temperament: Innate tendencies towards specific behaviors influence moral decisions.
- Habit: Routine behaviors can become ingrained, impacting decision-making.
- Upbringing: Environmental influences during formative years shape moral perspectives.
- Illness: Physical or psychological conditions can interfere with decision-making abilities.
Passions According to St. Thomas Aquinas
- Love and hatred
- Desire and aversion
- Joy and sorrow
- Hope and despair
- Confidence and fear
- Anger
Human Capacity for Intellect
- Intellect allows for processing challenges and creating innovative solutions.
- Humans are free, moral, rational beings capable of abstract thought.
- Using intellect effectively leads not only to correct but also morally sound decisions.
Consequences of Breaking the Law
- Breaking laws can result in punishment and loss of trust within society.
- Laws are essential for protecting individuals and maintaining societal order.
- Violating laws harms individuals' rights and societal stability.
Moral Law
- Represents God's guidance towards good and away from evil, aiming for heaven.
- Competent authority includes legislative and executive branches of government.
- God’s law is expressed through various forms including natural law and civil law.
Types of Law
- Old Testament Law: The Ten Commandments.
- New Testament Law: The Beatitudes and the Great Commandment.
- Eternal Law: God's divine plan guiding behavior in the universe.
- Divine Law: Found in the Bible, leading to eternal happiness, as described by St. Augustine.
Natural Law
- The principle that nature is organized for a good purpose, emphasizing human responsibility to act accordingly, as articulated by St. Thomas Aquinas.
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Test your understanding of the key concepts from Lesson 1 of Christian Living. Explore the relationships between body, soul, intellect, and free will as well as the significance of humanity created in God's image. This quiz also touches on the restoration of the divine image and the concept of the Trinity.
