Natural Law Ethics
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Natural law is grounded on which of the following?

  • Scientific laws
  • Cultural norms
  • Universal and timeless moral values (correct)
  • Religious beliefs

Which statement best summarizes the concept of natural law as described in the text?

  • It is a set of rights and obligations based on scientific principles.
  • It is a set of rights and obligations that arise from human dignity. (correct)
  • It is a set of laws passed down through generations.
  • It is a set of laws that vary based on race and culture.

What aspect of natural law is emphasized by the Golden Rule?

  • Obeying lawful authority
  • Honoring contracts
  • Maintaining health and well-being
  • Respecting others' rights and dignity (correct)

Why is natural law considered different from other kinds of laws, according to the text?

<p>Its principles are universally true for all persons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as the author of natural law in the text?

<p>God (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle is NOT listed as part of natural law in the text?

<p>Contracts must be dishonored. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as necessary for every person in the text?

<p>Developing conscience (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is portrayed as the perfect exemplar of a person of conscience?

<p>Jesus Christ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest Christ's teachings and example can help Christians with?

<p>Discerning what is truly good (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Peanut comic strip mentioned, why does Sally Brown ask her brother Charlie to write a letter?

<p>To lie and evade responsibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the development of conscience as individuals grow older?

<p>Conscience matures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the obligation of every individual regarding conscience development?

<p>Every person has an obligation to develop conscience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main call for those who follow Christ?

<p>To engage in discipleship (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Ten Commandments considered a fundamental moral law for Christians?

<p>Jesus confirmed their value and lived by them perfectly. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does discipleship challenge Christians to value?

<p>Gifts of dignity and rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective mentioned for Lesson 1 by the Rel-Ed teacher?

<p>Identify actions to stay true to God (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus view the Old Law of the Decalogue?

<p>He came to fulfill and perfect it. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the first three commandments of the Decalogue primarily focus on?

<p>Duties towards one another (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does one's response to God's love relate to living a Christian Moral Life?

<p>It represents living a Christian Moral Life itself (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus suggest one can achieve true freedom?

<p>By following the Ten Commandments and doing good (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the sample activity 'Understanding God’s Goodness'?

<p>Analysing passages or stories in the Bible about God's Love (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does discipleship involve according to the text?

<p>Teaching others to follow Jesus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do the Ten Commandments play in fostering a relationship between God and His people?

<p>They deepen the commitment between God and His people (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Jesus recommend living out the demands of the Ten Commandments?

<p>By perfectly living them out throughout life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus reveal through His actions of healing the sick, accepting the outcasts, and forgiving the sinners?

<p>God's loving and merciful presence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jesus show the depth of His love for God and humanity?

<p>By accepting suffering and death on the Cross (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What values did Jesus consistently live out to reveal God's Kingdom?

<p>Love of God and neighbor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus challenge the religious leaders of His time to go beyond?

<p>Mere external obedience to the Law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus warn against that focused on strict external adherence to customs and rituals?

<p>Legalistic attitude (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Jesus, what was the purpose of the Sabbath?

<p>The Sabbath was made for man (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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