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According to the provided text, what is considered a path away from killing?
According to the provided text, what is considered a path away from killing?
- Excessive anger
- Direct attacks on life
- The Golden Rule
- Inner peace (correct)
Which of the following actions is NOT explicitly mentioned as a violation of the Fifth Commandment in the text?
Which of the following actions is NOT explicitly mentioned as a violation of the Fifth Commandment in the text?
- Physical assault (correct)
- Euthanasia
- Murder
- Abortion
What concept does the 'Golden Rule' emphasize according to the text?
What concept does the 'Golden Rule' emphasize according to the text?
- Seeking personal gain at the expense of others
- Ignoring others' needs
- An ethic of reciprocity (correct)
- Treating others with indifference
What does the text identify as the source of excessive anger?
What does the text identify as the source of excessive anger?
According to the provided text, who is described as the good shepherd who laid down His life?
According to the provided text, who is described as the good shepherd who laid down His life?
Which of these is NOT a theme associated with the Sabbath?
Which of these is NOT a theme associated with the Sabbath?
What is the Jewish term for rest that suggests inspiration for renewal?
What is the Jewish term for rest that suggests inspiration for renewal?
What does the theme of liberation, within the Sabbath, call us to consider?
What does the theme of liberation, within the Sabbath, call us to consider?
What is a modern attitude that is said to lead to neglect of worship?
What is a modern attitude that is said to lead to neglect of worship?
In what way does the Third Commandment prevent us from overvaluing our achievements?
In what way does the Third Commandment prevent us from overvaluing our achievements?
Which of the following is NOT a feast day that is to be observed by the universal Church?
Which of the following is NOT a feast day that is to be observed by the universal Church?
What does the Fourth Commandment specifically command?
What does the Fourth Commandment specifically command?
What three commandments are listed?
What three commandments are listed?
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
What is one of the reasons we want our names to be associated with good and honorable things?
What is one of the reasons we want our names to be associated with good and honorable things?
How does honoring God's name relate to our actions?
How does honoring God's name relate to our actions?
What does the second commandment teach us about names?
What does the second commandment teach us about names?
What promise is made in Revelation 3:12 to those who conquer?
What promise is made in Revelation 3:12 to those who conquer?
According to Leviticus 22:31-32, why should we observe God's commandments?
According to Leviticus 22:31-32, why should we observe God's commandments?
What is implied when the text says God wants us to 'Treat His name holy'?
What is implied when the text says God wants us to 'Treat His name holy'?
What is the relationship between honoring God and obeying his commandments?
What is the relationship between honoring God and obeying his commandments?
What concept is emphasized by the Fourth Commandment regarding the roles within a family?
What concept is emphasized by the Fourth Commandment regarding the roles within a family?
What constitutes a family's role as a 'domestic church'?
What constitutes a family's role as a 'domestic church'?
How does the Fourth Commandment define ‘filial respect’?
How does the Fourth Commandment define ‘filial respect’?
What is the significance of the family as a 'covenant relationship'?
What is the significance of the family as a 'covenant relationship'?
What does the text suggest regarding the family's role in society?
What does the text suggest regarding the family's role in society?
In the context of the Fourth Commandment, how should parents view their children?
In the context of the Fourth Commandment, how should parents view their children?
What specific actions does the text encourage within a family environment?
What specific actions does the text encourage within a family environment?
What is implied by the statement that 'without family, there would be no society'?
What is implied by the statement that 'without family, there would be no society'?
Flashcards
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
Using the name of God lightly or disrespectfully, for example, swearing or taking God's name in vain.
What is the Second Commandment?
What is the Second Commandment?
The Second Commandment reminds us to honor and treat God's name with respect.
What does it mean to 'honor' something?
What does it mean to 'honor' something?
It means treating something with importance and respect, showing that we value it.
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
What does it mean to use God's name in vain?
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Why should we treat God's name as holy?
Why should we treat God's name as holy?
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How can we honor God's name?
How can we honor God's name?
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What does our name represent?
What does our name represent?
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What does it mean to bear God's name?
What does it mean to bear God's name?
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What is prohibited by the Fifth Commandment?
What is prohibited by the Fifth Commandment?
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What does Jesus' sacrifice teach us about the Fifth Commandment?
What does Jesus' sacrifice teach us about the Fifth Commandment?
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How does inner peace connect to the Fifth Commandment?
How does inner peace connect to the Fifth Commandment?
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How does the Golden Rule relate to the Fifth Commandment?
How does the Golden Rule relate to the Fifth Commandment?
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Why is it important to see others as 'alter Christos'?
Why is it important to see others as 'alter Christos'?
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What is the first theme of Sabbath?
What is the first theme of Sabbath?
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What is the second theme of Sabbath?
What is the second theme of Sabbath?
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What is the third theme of Sabbath?
What is the third theme of Sabbath?
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What does the Third Commandment teach us about idolatry?
What does the Third Commandment teach us about idolatry?
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How does the Third Commandment prevent idolatry?
How does the Third Commandment prevent idolatry?
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What does the Fourth Commandment teach us?
What does the Fourth Commandment teach us?
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How does the Fourth Commandment show us how to live a good life?
How does the Fourth Commandment show us how to live a good life?
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What is the connection between the Fourth Commandment and God?
What is the connection between the Fourth Commandment and God?
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What is a covenant relationship in a family?
What is a covenant relationship in a family?
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What is the family considered as a "Domestic Church?"
What is the family considered as a "Domestic Church?"
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Why is family considered the first and vital cell of society?
Why is family considered the first and vital cell of society?
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What is the Fourth Commandment's teaching about honoring parents?
What is the Fourth Commandment's teaching about honoring parents?
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What does the Fourth Commandment require of parents?
What does the Fourth Commandment require of parents?
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How does the Fourth Commandment deepen the importance of marriage and family?
How does the Fourth Commandment deepen the importance of marriage and family?
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What is the Fourth Commandment's teaching about the responsibility between children and parents?
What is the Fourth Commandment's teaching about the responsibility between children and parents?
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How important is the role of the family in the eyes of the church?
How important is the role of the family in the eyes of the church?
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Study Notes
Commandments
- The first commandment instructs to have no other gods before God and not to make idols.
- The second commandment forbids using God's name in vain. This is equal to disrespect, abuse, misuse, blasphemy, and cursing.
- The third commandment instructs to observe the Sabbath Day.
- The fourth commandment emphasizes honoring parents.
- The fifth commandment forbids killing.
God's Appointed Time for Us (Third Commandment)
- The Sabbath recalls God's rest on the seventh day of creation.
- This also recalls Israel's liberation from slavery in Egypt.
- God's covenant with his chosen people.
- Rest should not be about stopping creating, but about inspiration for recreation.
- It's a time to be in God’s holy presence.
- This means freedom for God's love, inner peace, and joy.
Sabbath Observance
- Sunday is observed as the most holy day of obligation.
- This includes the Nativity of Jesus Christ (December 25).
- Epiphany (the first Sunday in January)
- The Ascension of Jesus (40 days after Easter).
- Feast of Mary the Mother of God (January 1).
- Immaculate Conception (December 8)
- Mary's Assumption (August 15)
- Feast of St. Joseph (March 19)
- Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (June 29)
Fourth Commandment
- Children are to obey their parents, in alignment with the Lord’s guidance.
- 'Honor your father and your mother' in this commandment.
- Emphasizes the essential aspects of a well-functioning family.
- Family is the foundation for a stable, healthy society, and plays a crucial role in developing social virtues, like respect, dialogue, and service.
- The commandment highlights the relationship between family members.
- This extends to teachers, employers, and leaders.
- Family is a covenant relationship, regardless of imperfections. Belongingness, unity, God's love, and fidelity are key.
- Family is the "church in the home." It's also the first school for discipleship, involving compassion, understanding, forgiveness, and joy.
Fifth Commandment
- This commandment instructs to not kill.
- Jesus is described as the good shepherd, who laid his life down for salvation.
- This commandment emphasizes respecting life, with the Golden Rule as a guiding principle.
- Excessive anger leads to violence and is detrimental.
- Violating this commandment includes direct attacks on life. This includes behaviors such as murder, abortion, euthanasia, and suicide.
Activity
- Pray for the gift of family.
- Pray specifically for parents.
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