Restorative Justice and Human Dignity
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What does restorative justice primarily seek to achieve?

  • To fully eradicate crime from society
  • To punish the offenders more severely
  • To repair harm and take responsibility (correct)
  • To deter others from committing similar crimes
  • According to the passage, what represents God's attitude towards sinners?

  • Indifference and abandonment
  • Strict judgment and condemnation
  • Merciful patience and willingness to embrace (correct)
  • Annoyance and impatience
  • What is indicated as the ultimate destination of human pilgrimage?

  • Accumulating spiritual knowledge
  • Living in a world free from sin
  • Eternal communion with the Father and Holy Spirit (correct)
  • Achieving moral perfection on Earth
  • What does the embrace of the father symbolize in the passage?

    <p>Acceptance without conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What quality does God's patience encourage in us, according to the text?

    <p>The courage to return to Him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of human dignity is highlighted in the passage?

    <p>That it is inviolable and inalienable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recognized as a key strategy for eliminating inequalities between countries and social groups?

    <p>Promotion of human rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Pope suggest about God's continual waiting for us?

    <p>It illustrates His unfailing love and mercy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage imply about the view of humanity in relation to God?

    <p>Each person holds unique value and dignity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article emphasizes the right to life, liberty, and security of person?

    <p>Article 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Commission on Human Rights not have authority to do?

    <p>Enforce laws independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document laid the groundwork for the acceptance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the Catholic Church?

    <p>Pacem in Terris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of the Commission on Human Rights?

    <p>To investigate human rights violations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept is associated with mercy, compassion, and salvation in the context of Yahweh’s sedakah?

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

    According to the Philippine Constitution, who should have priority in protecting human dignity?

    <p>The Congress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Church aim to do regarding the conditions of marginalized and deprived people?

    <p>Proclaim the Gospel to all, including the marginalized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the cross symbolize according to the content?

    <p>A testimony of God's love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle invites the development of an economic vision based on moral values?

    <p>The Principle of Universal Destination of Goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Yahweh's covenant with the people of Israel?

    <p>It is an expression of Yahweh's willingness to engage with His people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Decalogue emphasize in addition to fidelity to God?

    <p>Social relations among the people of the Covenant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a society dedicated to the common good, what is deemed necessary alongside justice?

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

    What does the concept of natural law aim to achieve?

    <p>To unite peoples through common principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of having justice without love according to the content?

    <p>It is equally as bad or worse than a world without justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'summum ius, summa iniuria' imply in the context of justice?

    <p>Excessive justice can lead to injustice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Church's social teaching?

    <p>Ensuring justice and charity for the poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what does the term 'Imago Dei' refer to?

    <p>The belief that humans are created in the image of God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does Thomas Aquinas attribute to the human person in creation?

    <p>A central role as part of God's creation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Church view justice in relation to the needs of the community?

    <p>Justice is aimed at helping the needy and fostering equality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Paschal Mystery of Christ signify in the context of social teaching?

    <p>An affirmation of the centrality of human dignity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the challenge to aid the needy becoming more pressing according to the content?

    <p>Because of the emergence of modern ideologies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Church believe is God's plan for the resources of the earth?

    <p>To be shared fairly by all mankind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key aspect does the Church emphasize when addressing the dignity of the human person?

    <p>The inherent equality of all human beings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in translating faith into action?

    <p>Being aware of existing social problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the purpose of the Salamanca Congress?

    <p>To bring together Dominican leaders for human rights advocacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UST emphasize through its TOMAS experience?

    <p>Personal commitment in organizing advocacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the UST program offer training in?

    <p>Organizing, management, and project analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a goal of the Dominican engagement identified in the Salamanca Congress?

    <p>To recover the history of Dominican involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Simbahayan initiate their action for community advocacy?

    <p>By being aware of community issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome is hoped for from the collaboration among Dominican leaders during the Congress?

    <p>Deeper integration of intellectual and apostolic life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which training program aims to enhance community building skills?

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

    Study Notes

    Restorative Justice

    • A way of responding to crime that seeks reparation for harm done.
    • Highlights the importance of a responsibility for the harm and to help those affected.

    Human Dignity as Inviolable and Inalienable

    • Everyone is entitled to all rights and freedoms, including the right to life, liberty and security of person.
    • Human rights are a mechanism to control the exercise of power so that it does not dehumanize people.

    The Ultimate Destination of Our Human Pilgrimage: To Return to the Father

    • Our earthly journey will culminate in sharing in Christ's resurrection and in eternal communion with the Father and Holy Spirit.
    • God’s patience is a constant call to return to Him, no matter how many mistakes or sins we've committed.

    Introductory Concept on Man and Society

    • The promotion of human rights is the most effective approach to eliminate inequalities and increase security.
    • Christian ethical reflection has led to the creation of human rights.

    The 1987 Philippine Constitution

    • Article XIII: Social Justice and Human Rights emphasizes that the Congress must prioritize measures that protect and enhance the right of all people to human dignity.
    • Section 17: The creation of the independent Commission on Human Rights.
    • Section 18: Outlines the Commission's powers and functions, encompassing investigation, guideline adoption, legal intervention, visitorial powers, program establishment, congressional recommendation, government compliance monitoring, and immunity granting.

    Pacen in Terris

    • This 1963 document marked the Catholic Church's acceptance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
    • The papal magisterium presents a comprehensive and systematic catalog of human rights.

    Social Mission of the Church

    • The Church is committed to proclaiming the Gospel to all, including the poor, marginalized, deprived, and voiceless.
    • Decisions in communities are to be made in remembrance of Christ.
    • The Middle Ages Church, despite challenges, remained faithful to Christ's call for love in communities.
    • Amidst modern ideologies, the need to assist the needy has become increasingly pressing.
    • The Paschal Mystery of Christ highlights the centrality of human dignity, demonstrating God's love through the cross.

    Nature of the Social Teaching

    • Human Person as Imago Dei (Image of God): The conviction that humans occupy a central role in God's creation. Humans are uniquely created in the image and likeness of God, a core concept in social teaching.
    • Celebrating Our Shared Humanity, Our Human Interconnectedness: Yahweh’s covenant with Abraham, a gift beyond what humanity deserves, exemplifies God's willingness to connect with His people. It represents a promise of assurance for the chosen people.
    • Decalogue: A commitment to fidelity to God and to maintaining just social relationships among the people of the covenant. A society dedicated to the well-being of humanity at all levels is a society striving for the common good.
    • Toward a Just and Humane Society According to God's Plan: God intended Earth and all its resources for the benefit of all humanity. The principle of the Universal Destination of Goods promotes a fair sharing of resources guided by justice.

    The Paradigm of Love and Justice vs. the Way of Violence

    • The Way of Love and Justice: Love is the highest social ethical value. It builds upon and transcends justice, just as gracebuilds upon nature.
    • A world with justice but without love is equally as bad or worse. The maxim "Summum ius, summa iniuria" emphasizes this point.

    Translating Faith Into Our Thoughts, Words, and Actions

    • From Curiosity to Advocacy: We must walk the talk, starting with awareness of social issues and concerns, followed by personal commitment and involvement in advocacy projects.
    • Salamanca Congress: Promotion and Defense of Human Rights: This gathering brought together Dominican intellectual institutions to promote human rights, aiming to integrate intellectual and apostolic life. It aims to recover the history of Dominican involvement, evaluate current engagement, develop networks and policies, and foster collaborative partnerships.
    • UST-OCD-Simbahayanan (TOMAS) Experience: Community organizing through partner communities, utilizing the TOMAS experience in implementing projects and programs, offering training in organizing, management, and program/project analysis.

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    This quiz explores concepts of restorative justice, highlighting its aim to repair harm done through crime. It also delves into the inviolable nature of human dignity and rights as essential for a just society, concluding with reflections on our ultimate spiritual journey. Test your understanding of these integral human values and their interconnections.

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