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What does Sacramentum refer to in the context of the Catholic Church?
What does Sacramentum refer to in the context of the Catholic Church?
The ecclesiastical rights listed by the second council of Lyons, designated any number of signs and symbols.
What is one significant change in sacramental theology during the Middle Ages for the Catholic Church?
What is one significant change in sacramental theology during the Middle Ages for the Catholic Church?
The Catholic Church developed a more uniform, newer style of sacraments.
What did St. Augustine define a sacrament as?
What did St. Augustine define a sacrament as?
A sign of sacred reality.
What was Peter Lombard's contribution to sacramental theology?
What was Peter Lombard's contribution to sacramental theology?
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Why is the number '7' significant in sacramental theology?
Why is the number '7' significant in sacramental theology?
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What are sacramenta?
What are sacramenta?
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What are sacramentalia?
What are sacramentalia?
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Berengar argued that the bread and wine truly become the body and blood of Christ.
Berengar argued that the bread and wine truly become the body and blood of Christ.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Sacraments
- Sacramentum: Ecclesiastical rights identified by the second council of Lyons, encompassing various signs and symbols.
Significance of the Middle Ages on Sacramental Theology
- Orthodox sacraments maintained a diverse array of ancient forms, while Catholic sacraments evolved into a more unified and contemporary style.
Differences between Eastern and Western Christianity
- Eastern Christianity preserved the patristic heritage in liturgy and theology, valuing regional autonomy.
- Western Christianity, specifically Catholicism, transitioned to a newer and more standardized sacramental framework.
The Seven Liturgical Sacraments
- St. Augustine characterized a sacrament as a sign of a sacred reality.
- Berengar questioned the true transformation of bread and wine into the body and blood of Christ, prompting significant theological discourse.
- Peter Lombard's contributions notably crystallized sacramental theology, providing a clear definition of sacraments and distinguishing between various signs and rituals, allowing for a broader interpretation of sacramental rites.
Significance of the Number "7"
- The number seven is viewed as a "perfect number," symbolizing the harmony between the natural and supernatural realms.
Definitions
- Sacramentalia: Represent signs of grace but do not act as causes of grace.
- Sacramenta: Serve as signs and actual causes of grace.
Berengar's Perspective
- Suggested that signs and symbols do not demonstrate actual change, challenging traditional views on the nature of the sacraments.
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This quiz explores the nature and significance of Catholic sacraments, including their definition and the difference between Eastern and Western Christianity. It emphasizes how the Middle Ages influenced sacramental theology, leading to a more uniform practice in the Catholic Church. Test your understanding of these vital ecclesiastical rites!
