Religion ARK Test Flashcards

Faith

• The theological virtue that involves belief in God's revelations and the teachings of the Church.

Jesus

• A Galilean Jew who aimed to reform Jewish beliefs and practices; executed by Romans and serves as the foundation for Christianity.

Pentecost

• Celebrated 50 days after Easter, marking the Holy Spirit's descent on Apostles and disciples.

Church

• The community of believers in Jesus Christ, who have been baptized and follow His teachings.

The Flood

• Refers to Noah's Ark, which represents divine judgment and salvation.

The Gospels

• Four New Testament books that narrate the life, teachings, and works of Jesus Christ.

Communion of Saints

• Represents unity among all believers on Earth, the purified in Purgatory, and those blessed in Heaven.

Liturgical Year

• The annual cycle of feasts and seasons that structure the Church’s worship activities.

Respect for the Human Body

• Recognition of the inherent value of every human being.

Magisterium

• The Church's official teaching authority, responsible for interpreting matters of faith and morals.

Use of Scripture

• Involves making disciples through the application of Biblical teachings.

Christian Anthropology

• The study that explores human nature and identity in relation to God.

Conscience Formation

• A lifelong journey of moral and ethical development influenced by Jesus’ teachings and Church doctrines.

Freedom

• The capacity to act, speak, or think independently without external constraints.

Sin

• Any action that represents a turning away from God’s will.

The Ten Commandments

• Biblical moral instructions that guide ethical behavior, provided by Jesus.

Expression of Prayer

• Encompasses vocal prayer, meditation, and contemplation as forms of communication with God.

The Lord's Prayer

• Also known as 'Our Father,' this prayer was taught by Jesus to His disciples.

The Prayer of the Church

• Commonly referred to as the Liturgy of the Hours, it represents communal prayer throughout the day.

The Rosary

• A devotional prayer dedicated to honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary.

What is Prayer?

• Defined as a personal conversation with God.

Baptism

• The first sacrament and initiation into the Church, symbolizing rebirth in Christ.

Confession

• The act of acknowledging and verbally expressing one’s sins to a priest.

Confirmation Sacrament

• A rite of Christian initiation where the baptized affirm their beliefs and fully integrate into Church membership.

Eucharist

• A central Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper through the consecration of bread and wine.

Holy Orders

• The sacrament that ordains men into the episcopacy, priesthood, or diaconate.

Mass Catholic

• The primary act of worship in the Roman Catholic Church, culminating in the Eucharistic celebration.

What is a Sacrament?

• An outward sign established by Christ that conveys grace to the recipients.

Cardinal Virtues

• Key virtues include Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance that guide moral conduct.

Gifts of the Holy Spirit

• Comprises wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.

Theological Virtues

• Three essential virtues: Faith, Hope, and Charity, that shape our relationship with God.

What is a Virtue?

• A consistent and steadfast disposition to act in morally good ways.

Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering key terms in religion, including definitions of faith, Jesus, and Pentecost. This quiz is perfect for those studying theology or preparing for religious studies assessments.