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What distinguishes the rational element from the appetitive element in humans?
What distinguishes the rational element from the appetitive element in humans?
- The appetitive element engages in theoretical activity.
- The rational element is present in all living beings.
- The rational element enables calculative actions. (correct)
- The appetitive element includes the ability to reason.
Which belief system suggests that the development of the world is synonymous with the development of God?
Which belief system suggests that the development of the world is synonymous with the development of God?
- Atheism
- Dualism
- Manichaeism
- Pantheism (correct)
In the context of human dignity, what role does freedom play according to the given content?
In the context of human dignity, what role does freedom play according to the given content?
- Freedom limits the ability to control one's actions.
- Freedom subordinates truth and reason.
- Freedom allows one to initiate and control their own actions. (correct)
- Freedom is irrelevant to human dignity.
What aspect is responsible for the perception and movement in humans, according to the given content?
What aspect is responsible for the perception and movement in humans, according to the given content?
Which philosophical view posits a conflict between two eternal principles?
Which philosophical view posits a conflict between two eternal principles?
According to the material, which of the following statements about immortality is correct?
According to the material, which of the following statements about immortality is correct?
What is a primary consequence of human rationality as outlined?
What is a primary consequence of human rationality as outlined?
What does the content imply about the relationship between God and the rational aspect of man?
What does the content imply about the relationship between God and the rational aspect of man?
What term is used to describe the relationship of the Son to the Father, indicating they share the same substance?
What term is used to describe the relationship of the Son to the Father, indicating they share the same substance?
Which concept asserts that Jesus is both fully God and fully man?
Which concept asserts that Jesus is both fully God and fully man?
What does 'begotten, not made' signify about Jesus in relation to God the Father?
What does 'begotten, not made' signify about Jesus in relation to God the Father?
In what way are the divine and human natures of Jesus described?
In what way are the divine and human natures of Jesus described?
Why is it necessary for Jesus to be truly God to redeem humanity?
Why is it necessary for Jesus to be truly God to redeem humanity?
How did the Nicene Creed evolve from the Apostles' Creed?
How did the Nicene Creed evolve from the Apostles' Creed?
What does the term 'homoiousios' imply?
What does the term 'homoiousios' imply?
What does the phrase 'for us men and for our salvation' indicate about Jesus' incarnation?
What does the phrase 'for us men and for our salvation' indicate about Jesus' incarnation?
What is the nature of the relationship between the Father and the Son according to the content?
What is the nature of the relationship between the Father and the Son according to the content?
What heresy suggests that Jesus lacked a rational soul?
What heresy suggests that Jesus lacked a rational soul?
What do the Christological Councils principally address?
What do the Christological Councils principally address?
According to the content, what is emphasized about Christ's humanity?
According to the content, what is emphasized about Christ's humanity?
What describes the concept of Nestorianism?
What describes the concept of Nestorianism?
What is a key statement regarding the incarnation according to Saint Hilary of Poitiers?
What is a key statement regarding the incarnation according to Saint Hilary of Poitiers?
Which statement reflects the belief in Christ's divine person?
Which statement reflects the belief in Christ's divine person?
What is the central teaching of the Council of Ephesus regarding Jesus Christ?
What is the central teaching of the Council of Ephesus regarding Jesus Christ?
What does the term 'Impassibility' refer to in the context of angels?
What does the term 'Impassibility' refer to in the context of angels?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of Guardian Angels?
Which of the following statements best describes the role of Guardian Angels?
What was the consequence for angels who sinned, according to the content?
What was the consequence for angels who sinned, according to the content?
Which act led to man's Original Sin?
Which act led to man's Original Sin?
What does 'self-deification' entail in the context of man's sin?
What does 'self-deification' entail in the context of man's sin?
In what state was man before the Original Sin?
In what state was man before the Original Sin?
What did man ultimately choose in the act of Original Sin?
What did man ultimately choose in the act of Original Sin?
What characterizes the irrevocable nature of the choice made by the fallen angels?
What characterizes the irrevocable nature of the choice made by the fallen angels?
What is the primary lesson that the Holy Family of Nazareth demonstrates?
What is the primary lesson that the Holy Family of Nazareth demonstrates?
How did Joseph contribute to Jesus' upbringing?
How did Joseph contribute to Jesus' upbringing?
What dual nature did Jesus embody according to the concept of Incarnation?
What dual nature did Jesus embody according to the concept of Incarnation?
What role did Mary play in introducing Jesus to his mission?
What role did Mary play in introducing Jesus to his mission?
What does the term 'communion of love' refer to in the context of the Holy Family?
What does the term 'communion of love' refer to in the context of the Holy Family?
How did the Holy Family serve as a training ground for Jesus’ mission?
How did the Holy Family serve as a training ground for Jesus’ mission?
What is implied by the statement that God is at the center of the loving relationship?
What is implied by the statement that God is at the center of the loving relationship?
What virtue did Jesus learn from his upbringing in the Holy Family?
What virtue did Jesus learn from his upbringing in the Holy Family?
In the context of the Holy Family, what does 'active silence' refer to?
In the context of the Holy Family, what does 'active silence' refer to?
What fundamental role did Joseph play as a father figure?
What fundamental role did Joseph play as a father figure?
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Study Notes
Rationality and Belief
- Rationality encompasses a scientific and deliberative element enabling theoretical contemplation alongside practical engagement in political activity.
- Fides qua (faith) can differ from fides quae (content of faith), allowing for atheism under certain beliefs.
Pantheism
- Concept that everything is God; nature and development reflect God's essence.
- Humanity’s imperfections are also considered part of the divine nature.
Dualism/Manichaeism
- Suggests a necessary emanation from God, with the existence of two conflicting eternal principles: Good vs. Evil, Light vs. Darkness.
Dignity of the Human Person
- Love is fundamental; "Man cannot live without love."
- Humans, being rational, have dignity that allows them to control their actions and make moral choices.
Freedom and Responsibility
- Freedom is contingent upon adherence to truth; man is accountable for actions due to reason and will.
- Immortal beings, with ongoing existence beyond physical death.
Angels and Their Role
- Angels are spiritual messengers without physical bodies, assisting humanity with their divine missions.
- Each person is assigned a Guardian Angel for protection from evil.
The Fall of Man
- Original Justice reflects the inner harmony before the disobedience of the first humans to God's command, leading to Original Sin.
Nature of Christ
- For redemption, Jesus must embody both true God and true man, maintaining integrity of each nature during the hypostatic union.
- Nature of Jesus remains distinct but united; "begotten, not made" reassures his divine relationship with the Father.
Christological Councils
- Addressed heresies like Apollinarianism and Nestorianism, affirming the union of Christ's human and divine natures without division or confusion.
The Holy Family of Nazareth
- Composed of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, illustrating a model of loving communion with God at the center.
- Joseph teaches Jesus obedience and skills such as carpentry, preparing him for his future mission.
- Mary acts as a role model, introducing Jesus to his divine mission, facilitating early miracles and guiding his spiritual growth.
Key Themes
- Obedience, humility, and service reflect the essence of Jesus’s life and mission.
- The Holy Family embodies a commitment to God’s saving plan through their faith and actions.
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