Religious Studies - Topic 3 (Bakas)
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What is the basic idea of sacramentality?

The physical world - matter and actions - are often vehicles of spiritual activity in our world.

In Judaism, what is the divine manifestation to people in the world?

Shekinah

Which of the following are common to the concepts of sacramentum, mysterion, and shekinah?

  • The idea of a ritual that is performed to achieve a specific spiritual goal
  • The idea of a sacred object that is worshipped for its spiritual power
  • The idea of an invisible reality that cannot be expressed visibly
  • The idea of a visible sign to express an invisible reality (correct)

What is a bakas?

<p>A bakas is a local concept, a mark, a sign, a symbol, an imprint, a trace, or a stamp</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do we perceive a given reality through a bakas?

<p>We perceive a given reality that may be totally present, but which we only experience in a limited way.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Catholic understanding of sacramentality?

<p>We sense the divinity in its entirety in a bakas, but only experience this fullness partially due to God's greatness and our human limitations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Church as a sacrament (bakas) of Christ?

<p>The Church fulfills God's eternal plan of forming a people who are &quot;bearers of the salvation intended for all&quot;.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Church act as a sacrament of the Risen Christ?

<p>The Church celebrates the seven sacraments, proclaims the Gospel, calls people to conversion and discipleship, and witnesses to Christ through acts of loving service.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the third session of the Second Vatican Council, Pope Paul VI announced that Mary would be honored under the title "Mother of the Church."

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What is the hallmark of the daily Catholic adult life?

<p>A liturgical life</p> Signup and view all the answers

Besides prayer, what is another way to continually live a sacramental life?

<p>Pray the Liturgy of the Hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using sacramentals?

<p>To motivate us in holiness and draw us closer to God</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event is marked by the silencing of the bells in the church?

<p>The Gloria of Holy Week to the Gloria of Paschal Sunday</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common sacramental?

<p>Holy water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary Scriptural basis for the sacramental use of blessed salt today?

<p>The miracle of Elisha in 2 Kings 2:20-21</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a sacrament remind us of?

<p>God is close to us, God is with us.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sacramental attitude?

<p>The all-pervasive presence of the divine in life and in the world; perceiving the ordinary as sacred; traces (mga bakas) of God's love in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the seven sacraments?

<p>Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Eucharist, Penance/Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, Matrimony</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does baptism mark us with?

<p>An indelible character</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does confirmation make us?

<p>Certified members of the Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Holy Eucharist nourish us with?

<p>The Body and Blood of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the greatest form of worship we can offer to God?

<p>The Holy Eucharist</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the sacrament of Penance/Reconciliation do?

<p>Jesus forgave sinners; obtained pardon for them by the mercy of God</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Anointing of the Sick?

<p>Jesus healed the sick; commended to the glorified Lord through the prayers of the entire Church and the priests freely associating themselves with the passion and death of Jesus Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sacrament of Matrimony?

<p>Marriage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus do at the Wedding in Cana?

<p>His first miracle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the sacrament of Matrimony symbolize?

<p>God's perfect covenant love for His people and Christ's (the Bridegroom) love for His Church (the Bride)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus call his disciples?

<p>Apostles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus entrust to his disciples?

<p>His Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Holy Orders provide for the Body of Christ?

<p>Ministerial powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of those ordained as members of the clergy?

<p>Feeding the flock with the Word of God and the grace of the Sacraments</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Rule, what is the creation that God has made?

<p>A shared gift for all generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sacrament

An efficacious sign of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, dispensing divine life.

Seven Sacraments

The seven sacred rituals of the Catholic Church.

Sacramentum

An oath, a Christian commitment to Christ, a visible sign of a spiritual reality.

Mysterion

A mystery, making visible the invisible and unknown, illustrating the essence of a sacrament.

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Shekinah

Divine manifestation in the world, implies dwelling with God.

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Bakas

A local concept, representing a mark, sign, symbol, imprint, trace, or stamp.

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Liturgy of the Hours

A prayer of the Church, connecting to the Mass, drawing closer to God.

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Sacramentals

Objects or actions that symbolize worship, motivating holiness, and drawing closer to God.

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Holy Oils

Blessed oils used in baptisms, confirmations, holy orders, and blessings.

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Bells

Used in Christian ceremonies, marking certain events like the consecration and elevation of the Host and chalice.

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Palms/Ashes

Symbols of Palm/Passion Sunday, used in rituals and blessings.

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Crucifixes

Visible reminders of Jesus' sacrifice, emphasizing love and self-denial.

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Candles

Baptismal and sanctuary candles symbolizing Christ's presence and resurrection.

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Holy Water

Blessed water used in baptisms, rite blessings, and other ceremonies.

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Salt

Blessed salt used in exorcisms, baptism, and other rituals, symbolizing a grace from Christ.

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Penance/Reconciliation

Sacrament of repentance, seeking pardon for sins.

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Anointing of the Sick

Sacrament for the sick and dying, commending them to Jesus through the prayers of the Church.

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Matrimony

Sacrament of marriage, symbolizing God's perfect love.

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Holy Orders

Ordaining members of the Church, entrusting ministerial powers to serve Christ.

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Baptism

Sacrament of initiation, marking the believer with Christ's symbol.

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Confirmation

Sacrament certifying Church membership, receiving the Holy Spirit.

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Holy Eucharist

Sacrament nourishing the believer with Christ's Body and Blood, uniting the People of God.

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Interreligious Dialogue

Conversation between people of different faiths to learn from each other.

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Benedictine Values

Values like hospitality, respect, listening, community, promoting interreligious understanding.

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Study Notes

Religious Studies - Topic 3 (Bakas)

  • Sacraments are efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church. They dispense divine life.
  • The seven sacraments of the Church are mentioned.
  • Mysterion implies making visible and palpable what's invisible and unknown, illustrating the essence of a sacrament within the Church.
  • Shekinah (Judaism) is the divine manifestation to people in the world, derived from a Hebrew word meaning "to dwell" or be in connection to God.
  • Sacraments (sacramentum, mysterion, shekinah), these concepts share the idea of a visible sign to make an invisible reality present.
  • Bakas is a local concept signifying a mark, trace, symbol.

Jesus Christ as the Primordial Sacrament

  • Jesus Christ is the ultimate embodiment of God's grace and promise of a Savior.

The Church as a Fundamental Sacrament

  • The Church, established by Jesus, fulfills God's plan of salvation and is a "bearer" of that plan for all people.
  • The Church expresses the Risen Christ through sacraments, proclaiming the Gospel, calling people to conversion, and acting in loving service.

Mary, Mother of the Church

  • Mary was honored as the Mother of the Church during the Second Vatican Council.
  • The title "Mother of the Church" is explained in this context.

The Sacramental Life

  • Sacramental life focuses on the physical world as vehicles for spiritual activity.
  • Key texts, traditions, and concepts related to sacred scripture are discussed, like the Canon of 73 written books, Sacred Apostolic Tradition (of the Church Fathers), Living Magisterium, and Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's insights on Verbum Domini.
  • The seven sacraments are mentioned in this context.
  • Sacramental activity is presented as embracing the ordinary aspects of day-to-day life, through prayer and rituals.
  • Liturgy of the Hours and sacramentals are highlighted as ways of living a sacramental life.

Sacraments of Healing, Commitment, and Initiation

  • There are various sacraments categorized in three groups. This includes rituals, traditions, and practices related to these sacraments.
  • The sacraments in the category relate to the idea that God is close to people, and that God lives among us in the ordinary aspects of human life.

Getting to Know the Prophet

  • Prophets are believed to foretell future events, possess moral insight or act as their community’s spokesperson for a cause.
  • The role of the prophet in society connects to their ability to interpret the present in the light of God.

Interreligious Dialogue

  • Interreligious and inter-ideological dialogue is a two-way conversation focused on mutual learning and growth. Key concepts, principles, and approaches related to interreligious conversations and their benefits are discussed in conjunction with their value based parameters.

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Explore the role of sacraments as tangible signs of divine grace in Religious Studies Topic 3. This quiz examines the concepts of mysterion and shekinah, alongside the significance of the Church and Jesus Christ as central sacraments. Test your understanding of these fundamental ideas and their implications in faith.

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