Questions and Answers
Which of the following is NOT a source of morality?
The Fruits of the Holy Spirit include patience, kindness, and generosity.
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What is the role of the Magisterium in the Church?
The Magisterium is the official teaching authority of the Church.
The seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit include Wisdom, Understanding, and _____ .
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Match the virtues with their categories:
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Which of the following best describes character?
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Living a moral life means following God's plan for us without any personal responsibility.
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Name one Fruit of the Holy Spirit.
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Which of the following is NOT one of the cardinal virtues?
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Hope enables us to desire heaven and eternal life.
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What virtue is described as the greatest of all, enabling us to love God and our neighbor?
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The four cardinal virtues are Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and _____
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Which step is NOT part of the Nine Steps for Living a Moral Life?
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Match the following theological virtues with their descriptions.
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Humans are made in the divine image, granting them incomparable dignity and worth.
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What does it mean to appreciate the gift of being human?
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Study Notes
Life in Christ
- Emphasizes the importance of following Jesus' example and teachings.
- Achieving happiness is intertwined with actively practicing Christ's message.
Morality
- Defined as knowledge based on human experience, reason, and divine revelation.
- Sources of morality include human reason, human experience, and divine revelation through scriptures and Church teachings.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit
- God-given abilities essential for living a Christian life.
- Bestowed by Jesus through the Holy Spirit, especially during Confirmation.
- Includes wisdom, understanding, knowledge, counsel, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord.
Fruits of the Holy Spirit
- Reflects the first fruits of eternal glory.
- Includes charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, and chastity.
Magisterium
- The official teaching authority of the Church, delegated by Jesus to Peter, the apostles, and their successors.
- Comprises the pope and college of bishops.
A Response to God
- Morality requires freedom and intelligence as a response to a loving God.
- Intent on aligning with God's plan through the assistance of the Holy Spirit.
Living a Moral Life
- Involves making decisions and acting according to God's plan.
- Strengthens relationships with God and others, fostering integrity and community.
- Encourages participation in building God’s kingdom on earth, defined as justice, love, and peace.
Character and Virtue
- Character represents who we are and who we become through our choices.
- Virtues are healthy habits that empower moral actions, enabling us to fulfill God's intentions.
- Theological virtues include faith, hope, and charity/love.
- Cardinal virtues consist of prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance.
Nine Steps for Living a Moral Life
- Appreciate the gift of being human.
- Utilize intellect effectively.
- Refer to laws for guidance.
- Imitate Jesus' life and teachings.
- Form and follow a well-informed conscience.
- Repent and seek forgiveness for wrongdoings.
- Prioritize love for God, self, and neighbors.
The Gift of Being Human
- Being made in God's image offers a framework for authenticity.
- Key realizations upheld include acceptance of mistakes, responsibility for feelings and actions, and the ability to change.
Humans Made in the Divine Image
- God created humans out of love, marking us as unique and valuable.
- We are tasked with stewardship over creation, promoting welfare and goodwill.
- Humans are spiritual beings, created to love and participate in God’s life.
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Explore the core concepts of Christian morality, the significance of following Jesus' teachings, and the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit. This quiz will test your understanding of how these elements are foundational to living a Christian life and the authority of the Church's teachings.
