Questions and Answers
What is the Paschal Mystery?
It is the good news that Jesus freely suffered, died, rose from the dead, and ascended to heaven to save us from sin and give us the opportunity to be with him eternally.
The story of God's _______ activity in human history starts at the very beginning of ____________ and reaches its completion in the Lord's Passion, Death, and ____________.
Redeeming, creation, Resurrection
God abandoned Adam and Eve and their descendants due to their fall from grace.
False
Jesus Christ is the climax of salvation history.
Signup and view all the answers
What insight do we gain as to why God created the world?
Signup and view all the answers
What does it mean to say that God created humans in a state of original holiness and original justice?
Signup and view all the answers
The sacrament of baptism restores original holiness and original justice.
Signup and view all the answers
What are the two main ways we can learn about God?
Signup and view all the answers
We can come to know God by looking at the world around us and other human beings.
Signup and view all the answers
Through the ages, people have tried to make ___________ of reality and to seek ________ in the world around them.
Signup and view all the answers
We can recognize something of the creator through our conscience.
Signup and view all the answers
What is the limit of the natural sciences?
Signup and view all the answers
God's plan for us begins with his covenant with Abraham.
Signup and view all the answers
What are the three types of creatures that God created according to the church's Magisterium?
Signup and view all the answers
Angels are _______ than any visible creature and they, like us, are __________ spirits.
Signup and view all the answers
Angels have been active throughout salvation history.
Signup and view all the answers
Angels help the church as a whole and are worshipped by the church.
Signup and view all the answers
What does it mean to say that the church reads all of Scripture in a typological manner?
Signup and view all the answers
A typological reading of Scripture recognizes the movement toward the fulfillment of God's plan in the covenant with Abraham.
Signup and view all the answers
To interpret scripture correctly, the reader must be attentive to what the human authors truly wanted to affirm and to what God wanted to reveal.
Signup and view all the answers
What are the three criteria for interpreting scripture in accordance with the spirit, given by the Second Vatican Council?
Signup and view all the answers
The _________ sense of Scripture refers to how things actually happened, while the ________ sense refers to what is __________ by the words.
Signup and view all the answers
According to one source criticism theory, the two Genesis creation accounts may have had different origins.
Signup and view all the answers
The people who edited Genesis may have thought that it was important to keep both creation accounts.
Signup and view all the answers
What questions does the search for the spiritual meaning of the text ask?
Signup and view all the answers
The best way to read a passage in the literal sense is by uniting ourselves to the heart of the church.
Signup and view all the answers
Why is the Magisterium important in understanding biblical passages?
Signup and view all the answers
The creation accounts describe an actual _________ that occurred at the beginning of human history.
Signup and view all the answers
The biblical authors use language, __________, and stories from their _________ beliefs of their neighbors.
Signup and view all the answers
What is a myth in the literary sense, and how did ancient people use myths?
Signup and view all the answers
When you read a myth, you should look for literal facts within the story.
Signup and view all the answers
Briefly summarize five important spiritual and theological truths revealed in the first creation account.
Signup and view all the answers
_________ are the only creatures on earth that God ______ for its own sake.
Signup and view all the answers
Physical, moral, and spiritual differences and complementarity between genders are oriented toward the goods of marriage and the flourishing of family life.
Signup and view all the answers
Possessing the body and ________, humanity is a unity of the spiritual and _______ world.
Signup and view all the answers
The biblical author of the first story of creation reminds God's chosen people of their obligation to worship God on Sunday.
Signup and view all the answers
When the Jews were living in captivity in Babylon, the Sabbath observance helped them distinguish their identity as God's chosen people.
Signup and view all the answers
Why is the Eucharist celebrated on Sunday?
Signup and view all the answers
The second creation account portrays God with _____ qualities who focuses on people.
Signup and view all the answers
God creates a ______ with animals for companionship and puts Adam in _______ of creation.
Signup and view all the answers
Casual explanation of why men and women leave their families is that 'the two of them become one body'.
Signup and view all the answers
The love between a man and a woman reflects the love between God and humanity.
Signup and view all the answers
God _______ that there be a man and a woman, and he created them different, but ______.
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
The Paschal Mystery
- The Paschal Mystery refers to Jesus' suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension, providing salvation from sin and eternal life with Him.
God's Activity in History
- God’s redeeming activity begins at creation and reaches its completion in Jesus' Passion, Death, and Resurrection.
- The Paschal Mystery is central to the good news proclaimed to the world.
Human Creation and the Fall
- God did not abandon Adam and Eve after their fall; their relationship was ruptured but not severed.
- Jesus Christ represents the climax of salvation history.
Original Holiness and Justice
- Humans were created with original holiness, sharing in God's divine life, and original justice, reflecting harmony with God, self, and creation.
- Baptism restores original holiness but does not restore original justice.
Ways to Learn About God
- Knowledge of God can be gained through natural revelation (observing creation) and divine revelation (through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit).
- We can recognize God's presence through others and the world around us.
Philosophical Questions and Existence
- Humans have sought to make sense of reality and search for meaning, which contributes to life’s purpose.
Limits of Natural Sciences
- Natural sciences cannot answer existential questions such as the meaning of life or the existence of evil; they only address how things happen.
Creation and God's Plan
- God’s covenant with Abraham is part of a broader plan that begins with creation and continues through the Paschal Mystery.
Types of Creatures
- God created three types of creatures: fully spiritual (angels), fully bodily (animals), and beings with both body and spirit (humans).
Role of Angels
- Angels are immortal spirits greater than visible creatures, continuously serving God and assisting in His salvation plan for humanity.
- The term "angel" means "messenger," highlighting their role as God's servants.
Typological Reading of Scripture
- The Church interprets Scripture typologically, recognizing continuity between the Old and New Testaments, with events in Genesis foreshadowing God's ultimate plan through Christ.
Criteria for Scriptural Interpretation
- The Second Vatican Council emphasizes three criteria for interpreting Scripture: considering the context and unity of Scripture, reading in light of Church tradition, and being attentive to the analogy of faith.
Spiritual vs. Literal Sense of Scripture
- The literal sense reflects what happened, while the spiritual sense delves into meanings signified by the words, including allegorical, moral, and anagogical interpretations.
Myths and Cultural Context
- Myths express spiritual truths and cultural beliefs, being symbolic rather than strictly historical or scientific narratives.
- Ancient civilizations, particularly the Hebrews, had a unique belief in one God compared to their polytheistic neighbors.
Creation Accounts and Humanity
- The creation accounts convey significant truths: the existence of one God, the goodness of creation, and that humans are made in God's image.
- Humans, possessing intellect and free will, have a unique role in creation, facing moral responsibilities.
The Sabbath and Identity
- The observance of the Sabbath helped maintain the identity of Jews during their Babylonian captivity.
The Eucharist
- Celebrated on Sunday as a memorial of the Paschal Mystery, highlighting Christ's work in salvation.
Second Creation Account Insights
- The second creation account emphasizes a personal relationship between God and humans, illustrating the need for companionship.
- Eve is created from Adam, indicating the intimate connection and complementarity between genders.
Marriage and Divine Reflection
- The love between a man and woman reflects the deeper relationship between God and humanity, showcasing the divine communion of love.
- Both genders, created equally yet distinct, contribute to a "communion of persons."
Expressing God's Inner Life
- The unity of man and woman symbolizes the Blessed Trinity's communion of love, capable of sharing in divine love.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Explore the foundational concepts of the paschal mystery and God's divine plan through this directed reading flashcard quiz. Delve into key definitions and pivotal moments in Christian salvation history. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of Chapter 1 material.
