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According to the scripture reading of Ananias and Sapphira, what was the consequence of their lie?
According to the scripture reading of Ananias and Sapphira, what was the consequence of their lie?
- They were praised for their generosity, despite holding back some money.
- They both died immediately after being confronted about their dishonesty. (correct)
- They were forgiven after confessing their sin.
- They were banished from the community but allowed to repent later.
According to Fides et Ratio, life can be grounded on uncertainty or deceit without being threatened by fear and anxiety.
According to Fides et Ratio, life can be grounded on uncertainty or deceit without being threatened by fear and anxiety.
False (B)
Which of the following best summarizes the Christian perspective on truth according to the provided text?
Which of the following best summarizes the Christian perspective on truth according to the provided text?
- Telling the truth is less important than maintaining personal comfort and avoiding conflict.
- Truth is an abstract concept that has little practical impact on daily living.
- The pursuit of truth is essential for a meaningful life and is found in relationships with God, others, and ourselves. (correct)
- Truth is primarily about avoiding lies to maintain social harmony.
In the context of the Eighth Commandment, what does 'respecting the good name of others' involve?
In the context of the Eighth Commandment, what does 'respecting the good name of others' involve?
Which of the following is identified as a 'Direct Violation of Truth'?
Which of the following is identified as a 'Direct Violation of Truth'?
Commercial advertisements never use scientific words to impress consumers.
Commercial advertisements never use scientific words to impress consumers.
According to the scripture reading, Ananias and Sapphira lied to the ______.
According to the scripture reading, Ananias and Sapphira lied to the ______.
Match the level of truth with its corresponding description:
Match the level of truth with its corresponding description:
What reminds people of the liberating power of truth?
What reminds people of the liberating power of truth?
Valuing truth only involves telling the truth.
Valuing truth only involves telling the truth.
According to the Old Testament, the Eighth Commandment upholds the value of truth by:
According to the Old Testament, the Eighth Commandment upholds the value of truth by:
What did St. Francis do that showed he was truthful?
What did St. Francis do that showed he was truthful?
Is a commercial that uses cool scientific words to impress you that their product is indeed effective.
Is a commercial that uses cool scientific words to impress you that their product is indeed effective.
What are advertisements sometimes devoid of?
What are advertisements sometimes devoid of?
According to the text the Lord gave a stern warning about committing a sin against the Holy Spirit.
According to the text the Lord gave a stern warning about committing a sin against the Holy Spirit.
Peter said “you have lied not to human beings but to ______.
Peter said “you have lied not to human beings but to ______.
Match the Prohibition against the 8th Commandment with its description:
Match the Prohibition against the 8th Commandment with its description:
What are some things ads might create?
What are some things ads might create?
Quarrels do not cause a breakdown in effective communication and understanding.
Quarrels do not cause a breakdown in effective communication and understanding.
According to the text Negative ______ presented by the media impacts our perception and attitudes.
According to the text Negative ______ presented by the media impacts our perception and attitudes.
Match the Following with its Definition?
Match the Following with its Definition?
According to the scripture reading, what happened after Ananias heard, "You have lied not to human beings, but to God?"
According to the scripture reading, what happened after Ananias heard, "You have lied not to human beings, but to God?"
Advertisements will sometimes be utilized to give individuals money by credebility.
Advertisements will sometimes be utilized to give individuals money by credebility.
Flashcards
Objectives of the Lesson
Objectives of the Lesson
Explains the different levels of truth and its moral obligations in everyday life.
Propaganda
Propaganda
It is a commercial that uses cool scientific words to impress you and that sometimes are devoid of truth.
Credibility
Credibility
Lying can destroy your reputation and make people not trust you.
Old Testament Truth
Old Testament Truth
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New Testament Truth
New Testament Truth
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Upholding Truth in Our Words
Upholding Truth in Our Words
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Direct Truth Violations
Direct Truth Violations
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Name Calling
Name Calling
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Causes of Lying
Causes of Lying
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Negative Media Values
Negative Media Values
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Upholding Truth in Our Actions
Upholding Truth in Our Actions
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Upholding the Truth
Upholding the Truth
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Upholding Truth in Our Thoughts
Upholding Truth in Our Thoughts
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Purity of Heart
Purity of Heart
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Study Notes
- Grade 9 Christian Living Education focuses on Legal and Moral Truth, specifically the Eighth Commandment.
- The unit explores the call to be truthful and just.
- The lesson emphasizes Truth as a Goal of Life.
- The objective is to explain the levels of truth and the associated moral obligations.
- Another goal is to discuss the obligation to uphold truth through Jesus Christ's life, teachings, and grace, recognizing that Christ is the truth
Formative Activity: Benta Mo Na! (Triad Activity)
- Students think of a product that is hard to sell and make a commercial to advertise it to the class.
- The commercial uses cool scientific words to impress a potential customer that the product is indeed effective
- Products might involve making up information to sell it.
- Lies may be utilized to earn money, which affects their credibility.
Why Lying Destroys Credibility
- Ananias and Sapphira sold property but retained some of the price, presenting only a portion to the apostles.
- Peter confronted Ananias.
- Peter accused Ananias of lying to the Holy Spirit.
- Ananias fell down and died after hearing Peter’s words.
- Sapphira confirmed the lie and similarly died.
- The story of Ananias and Sapphira serves as a warning against dishonesty
- The Lord sternly warns against sinning against the Holy Spirit.
- God is the God of truth, and Jesus identifies himself as the Truth.
Christian Perspective on Truth
- Life can't be based on doubt or deceit or it is threatened by fear and anxiety.
- Human beings should be defined as those seeking the truth.
- Meaning in life comes from pursuing truth in relationships with God, others, and ourselves.
- Upholding the truth goes beyond avoiding lies; it involves valuing truth with our whole selves.
Levels of Truth
- Truth is upheld when thoughts reflect reality without error (CFC 1218).
- Studying well helps in solving everyday problems and difficulties.
- Truth is upheld when words honestly express what one thinks without lies (CFC 1218).
- Honesty shows respect for the dignity of all persons.
- Truth is upheld when actions align with thoughts and words, avoiding hypocrisy (CFC 1218).
- Inner peace from acts of integrity reveals how much truth is valued.
Truth According to the Testaments
- The Old Testament's Eighth Commandment values truth and the good names of others by forbidding lying in court.
- In the New Testament, Jesus remained true to himself and the Father.
- Jesus reveals Himself as "the Truth" (Jn 14:6) and reminds people of truth's liberating power.
Prohibitions Against the 8th Commandment
- Prohibitions include lying, perjury, slander, detraction, and cursing.
- Direct violations involve direct violations of truth.
- Gossiping or backbiting is a prohibition.
- Name-calling, teasing, and verbal abuse is a prohibition.
- They affect relationships and can cause enslaving, alienation, misunderstanding, quarrels, and violence.
- Presented negative values in the media can be destructive of traits and weaknesses of people
- Presented negative values in the media: negative values, promiscuity, violence, consumerism, and commercialism.
- Chastity speaks to the purity of actions and intention and promotes honesty.
Student Activity: Short Roleplay
- Students are divided into six groups.
- Students prepare a roleplay that shows how to uphold truthfulness.
- They learn how to uphold truthfulness despite 8th commandment prohibitions.
- Students get 10 minutes to conceptualize and make their short Roleplay and 2 minutes per presentation.
Prayer for Virtue of Honesty
- A prayer asks Jesus to guide thoughts and actions towards truth.
- Honesty yields harmony, loyalty, and enriches human relationships.
- It is also a prayer asks that honesty prevail by the power of the Spirit.
The Third Luminous Mystery
- The Lord in the Third Luminous Mystery is the way, the truth, and the life.
- Jesus preached about forgiveness, mercy, and truth.
The Stripping of Saint Francis
- St. Francis told his father the truth: he wanted to accept Christ’s will.
- He wanted to fulfill Christ's will rather than his father’s will of becoming a knight.
- His father tried retrieving money intended for Francis.
- Francis embraced his calling to God and stripped himself when brought before the bishop.
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