R.E Creation Key Quotes Flashcards

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What is a quote that shows God is creator?

Let there be light.

God created the heavens and the earth. (correct)

It was good.

Fill the earth and subdue it.

What is a quote that shows God is transcendent?

It was good.

Fill the earth and subdue it.

Let there be light. (correct)

God created the heavens and the earth.

What is a quote that shows God is benevolent?

God saw that it was good. (correct)

Fill the earth and subdue it.

God created the heavens and the earth.

Let there be light.

What is a quote that shows humans are made in the image of God?

God said, 'Let us make humankind in our image.' Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows humans are sacred?

Very good. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows humans are stewards of creation?

Fill the earth and subdue it. Signup and view all the answers

What is a second quote that shows humans are stewards of creation in Genesis 2?

Put him in the garden of Eden to till and keep it. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows the Bible has both divine and human authorship?

The words of God expressed in the words of men. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows how the Bible should not be taken literally?

God made the dome and separated the waters. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows the Bible has divine authorship?

Sacred scripture is the word of God. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows Catholics believe science and religion are not in conflict?

If methodical investigation is carried out in genuinely scientific manner. Signup and view all the answers

What is a second quote that shows Catholics believe science and religion are not in conflict?

The big bang does not contradict the divine act of creating. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows creation is a gift from God?

The world is a gift which we have freely received. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows that Catholics should care for creation?

Love your neighbour as you love yourself. Signup and view all the answers

What teaching does Adam being shown as the perfect man reflect?

God made everything very good. Signup and view all the answers

What is a quote that shows the creation of Adam is incorrect?

God brought Adam to life by breathing into his nostrils. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Quotes on Creation

"God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1) illustrates the foundational belief in God as the Creator.
God's transcendence is depicted through the quote, "Let there be light," showcasing His ultimate authority in creation (Genesis 1).
The benevolence of God is evident as He evaluates His creations, stating, "God saw that it was good" (Genesis 1), highlighting His positive regard for the world.
Humans being made in God's image is captured in "let us make humankind in our image," emphasizing the unique relationship between God and humanity (Genesis).
The sacredness of humans is expressed in Genesis 1 as they are described as "very good," indicating a special status in the hierarchy of creation.
Stewardship is a key theme, reflected in "Fill the earth and subdue it...have dominion...over every living thing" (Genesis 1), which calls humans to care for creation.
A second quotation from Genesis 2 reinforces stewardship: "Put him in the garden of Eden to till and keep it," illustrating responsibility towards the environment.
The Bible's dual authorship is highlighted by "The words of God expressed in the words of men," underscoring the collaboration of divine and human elements (the catechism).
A non-literal interpretation of the Bible is suggested by "God made the dome and separated the waters..." (Genesis 1-7), indicating a symbolic reading of scripture.
Divine authorship of the Bible is affirmed in "Sacred scripture is the word of God" (Dei Verbum 9), emphasizing its holy origin.
The relationship between science and faith is exemplified by "If methodical investigation...is carried out in genuinely scientific manner...it never truly conflicts with faith" (Gaudium et spes 36), promoting harmony between the two fields.
Pope Francis states, "The big bang...does not contradict the divine act of creating," signifying the Church’s position on the compatibility of scientific theories and biblical creation.
Creation is portrayed as a gift from God in "The world is a gift which we have freely received and must share with others" (Laudato Si 159), emphasizing shared responsibility.
The ethical obligation to care for creation is encapsulated in "Love your neighbour as you love yourself" (Mark 12:31), calling for compassion towards all living things.
Adam being depicted as the perfect man reflects the theme that God made everything "Very good" (Genesis 1:31), underscoring the intentionality behind creation.
Genesis 2:7 describes the creation of Adam as God breathing life into him, correcting misconceptions about creation methods.

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This quiz features essential quotes from the Creation story in Genesis that illustrate various attributes of God, such as His role as the creator, His transcendence, and His benevolence. Use these flashcards to deepen your understanding of religious teachings and the nature of God.