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Which group is primarily mentioned as 'the quartet of the vulnerable'?
Which group is primarily mentioned as 'the quartet of the vulnerable'?
What does 'mishpat' primarily refer to in the context provided?
What does 'mishpat' primarily refer to in the context provided?
In the Gospel of Matthew, how many verses address poverty and justice themes?
In the Gospel of Matthew, how many verses address poverty and justice themes?
Which action is NOT associated with Jesus' practice of justice as described?
Which action is NOT associated with Jesus' practice of justice as described?
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What is the significance of tying 'Tzedakah' and 'mishpat' together?
What is the significance of tying 'Tzedakah' and 'mishpat' together?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship Jesus had with society's outcasts?
Which of the following best describes the relationship Jesus had with society's outcasts?
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What does living a life in accordance with the Bible imply regarding justice?
What does living a life in accordance with the Bible imply regarding justice?
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Which aspect is often not associated with justice as described in the provided content?
Which aspect is often not associated with justice as described in the provided content?
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What does the Bible suggest is a measure of a society's justness?
What does the Bible suggest is a measure of a society's justness?
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According to biblical principles, what is a violation of justice?
According to biblical principles, what is a violation of justice?
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What is the Hebrew term for 'justice' mentioned in the content?
What is the Hebrew term for 'justice' mentioned in the content?
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What role does God play regarding vulnerable groups according to the biblical perspective?
What role does God play regarding vulnerable groups according to the biblical perspective?
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Which book in the Old Testament contains the most references to poverty and justice?
Which book in the Old Testament contains the most references to poverty and justice?
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How does God express his concern for the powerless according to biblical teachings?
How does God express his concern for the powerless according to biblical teachings?
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What does 'Tzadeqah' refer to in the context of justice?
What does 'Tzadeqah' refer to in the context of justice?
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What is a key theme regarding God's relationships with humans in the context of justice?
What is a key theme regarding God's relationships with humans in the context of justice?
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What does the term 'Imago Dei' refer to in the context of human dignity?
What does the term 'Imago Dei' refer to in the context of human dignity?
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Which biblical passage emphasizes the importance of doing justice and loving kindness?
Which biblical passage emphasizes the importance of doing justice and loving kindness?
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According to the content, how is Jesus described in relation to justice?
According to the content, how is Jesus described in relation to justice?
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What is indicated as the role of Jesus in terms of vulnerability?
What is indicated as the role of Jesus in terms of vulnerability?
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What does the phrase 'walk humbly before God' suggest?
What does the phrase 'walk humbly before God' suggest?
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Which statement best describes the relationship between vulnerability and Christian love?
Which statement best describes the relationship between vulnerability and Christian love?
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What does Jesus' statement about coming to serve, rather than to be served, indicate about his mission?
What does Jesus' statement about coming to serve, rather than to be served, indicate about his mission?
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What is the significance of the crown of thorns in relation to human dignity?
What is the significance of the crown of thorns in relation to human dignity?
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What does the term ADAMAH refer to in the context of human beings?
What does the term ADAMAH refer to in the context of human beings?
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What is the significance of the term 'ruah' as it relates to the concept of breath?
What is the significance of the term 'ruah' as it relates to the concept of breath?
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What is suggested by the phrase 'failure of the image of God' in relation to human behavior?
What is suggested by the phrase 'failure of the image of God' in relation to human behavior?
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How is the relationships humans have with others best described?
How is the relationships humans have with others best described?
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What role do humans play in relation to Yahweh according to these concepts?
What role do humans play in relation to Yahweh according to these concepts?
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What consequence arises from rejecting one's imagehood as suggested in the content?
What consequence arises from rejecting one's imagehood as suggested in the content?
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Which term best describes the holistic nature of human existence as described?
Which term best describes the holistic nature of human existence as described?
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What should humans emphasize to adhere to their role in creation?
What should humans emphasize to adhere to their role in creation?
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What aspect of Jesus' crucifixion highlights human dignity?
What aspect of Jesus' crucifixion highlights human dignity?
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What did Jesus' vulnerability on the cross ultimately lead to?
What did Jesus' vulnerability on the cross ultimately lead to?
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How does Catholic Social Teaching view human beings in light of God's image?
How does Catholic Social Teaching view human beings in light of God's image?
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What does Jesus' birth symbolize in relation to human vulnerability?
What does Jesus' birth symbolize in relation to human vulnerability?
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Which of the following best describes the disciples' response to Jesus' death?
Which of the following best describes the disciples' response to Jesus' death?
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What does human dignity imply in relation to societal expectations?
What does human dignity imply in relation to societal expectations?
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What does the loss of wealth represent in the context of Jesus on the cross?
What does the loss of wealth represent in the context of Jesus on the cross?
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In what way must the Church respond to the challenge presented in social missions?
In what way must the Church respond to the challenge presented in social missions?
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Study Notes
Justice in the Bible
- Mentions over 2,130 sections on poverty and justice.
- The book of Psalms has the most references to poverty and justice in the Old Testament.
- God defends vulnerable groups, including widows and orphans.
- God identifies with the powerless and takes up their cause.
- "Mishpat" is Hebrew for "justice" and occurs in various forms over 200 times in the Old Testament.
- "Tzedekah" is Hebrew for "being just" or "being righteous".
- It refers to treating people equitably, acquitting or punishing on the merits of the case, regardless of race or social status.
Justice in the New Testament
- The Gospel of Matthew has the most references to poverty and justice in the New Testament.
- Jesus spoke about poverty and justice on 16 occasions in Matthew and 290 times in other verses in the New Testament.
- Jesus practiced what he preached, seeking out the rejected, engaging with ordinary people, healing the sick, and reminding leaders of their responsibilities to the community.
- Jesus dined with prostitutes and tax evaders, extending God's mercy and forgiveness.
Christian Justice
- To live a life in accordance with the Bible, the call to justice is inescapable.
- God loves and defends those with the least economic and social power, and so should we.
- Justice is about giving all human beings their due as God's creations.
- Justice of a society is evaluated by how they treat the vulnerable.
- Neglecting the needs of vulnerable people is a violation of justice.
Human Role: Image of God
- Humans are the climax of God's creative activity, raised over creation as God's image.
- Human beings are deeply rooted in the earth.
- Human behavior affects other people and the very structure of creation.
- Human existence should be marked by just, right, and peaceful order.
- Human failure is exemplified in attempts to "play God" and reject our imagehood.
Human Role: Servant of Yahweh
- Humans are called to be faithful and worship only Yahweh.
- Idolatry is worshiping any other god.
- Social justice is the righting of wrongs with generosity and social concern for the poor and vulnerable.
- The Golden Rule: Behave justly and mercifully towards other people.
- Walk humbly before God.
Christological Perspective on the Dignity of the Poor and Vulnerable
- Jesus is the “image of the invisible God" and the fulfillment of the human person.
- Jesus embodies the ethos of Christian love through his incarnation, suffering, and death on the cross.
- Vulnerability is not passivity or resignation. It should promote accountability, responsibility, and active participation.
- Jesus’ suffering and death on the cross led to accountability, responsibility, and active participation in the mission of spreading the Gospel.
- The Catholic Social Teaching (CST) believes that human dignity is inherent and valuable, and that all people are worthy of respect and must be free from slavery, manipulation, and exploitation.
Vulnerability
- Vulnerability is our most human characteristic.
- Jesus' vulnerability at the cross is a sign of a new and future world full of life-blessings.
- Social Mission of the Church: respond to the challenge to build a just and peaceful society.
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Explore the concepts of justice and poverty as presented in both the Old and New Testaments. This quiz covers key themes, including the significance of Hebrew terms like 'Mishpat' and 'Tzedekah', and the teachings of Jesus regarding justice. Test your knowledge on how biblical scriptures address these important social issues.
