The Incarnation and Christology Quiz
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What was the primary reason for God's incarnation according to Aquinas?

  • To bring about miracles
  • To demonstrate his power
  • To create the universe
  • To take away sin (correct)

    • Aquinas believes that God would have become incarnate even without sin.

    False

    What does the term 'Incarnation' refer to in Christian theology?

  • The taking on of flesh by the Word of God (correct)
  • The resurrection of Christ
  • The belief in the Trinity
  • The creation of the world

    • Christology is the study of the events surrounding the resurrection of Christ.

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

    What does Aquinas say about the timing of God's incarnation?

    <p>God entered our time at a fitting moment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The incarnation was primarily aimed at destroying __________ at its root.

    <p>original sin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Christian faith, who do we first encounter that reveals the Father to us?

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

    The Incarnation is considered the __________ sign of Christian faith.

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

    Which objection questions the fittingness of God becoming flesh?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the kingdom of God considered to be at hand?

    <p>Because Christ himself, who is God, is present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nature of God is described as simple, while flesh is described as composite.

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

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>CCC 425 = Belief in Christ as the distinctive sign of Christian faith CCC 422 = Christology study reference CCC 463 = Salvation comes through Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aquinas compares the incarnation to a jarring combination of __________ and __________.

    <p>the head of a horse, the body of a man</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the objections to their descriptions:

    <p>Objection 1 = Questions the timing and nature of God becoming flesh Objection 2 = Compares the incarnation to an unseemly combination Objection 3 = Highlights the infinite distinction between God and human Objection 4 = Asks why God would create anything at all</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Holy Spirit illuminates us to see Christ first and then brings us to the Father.

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

    In what order is the Trinity understood in the context of Christian experience?

    <p>Father, Son, Holy Spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Gnostic Docetism claim about Christ?

    <p>He only appeared to be human.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nestorianism supports the idea that Jesus is a single person who is both completely human and completely divine.

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

    What significant councils affirmed the divinity of Christ?

    <p>Council of Nicaea and Council of Constantinople</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Christ had a true human body, soul, and a _____ when he was incarnated.

    <p>spirit/mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes Apollinarianism?

    <p>He clothed himself with human flesh but lacked a human soul.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Christ and God are considered two distinct persons according to traditional Christian doctrine.

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

    Explain why the statement, 'Jesus is a man perfectly infused with God,' is incorrect.

    <p>This is incorrect because Jesus is not merely a man infused with God; he is the Son of God who is fully human and fully divine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the belief with its description:

    <p>Gnostic Docetism = Claims Christ only appeared to be human Nestorianism = Human person joined to the divine Apollinarianism = Divine wearing human flesh without a soul Council of Nicaea = Affirmed the divinity of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What heresy claims that Jesus truly did not have a human nature?

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

    Gregory of Nazianzus stated that Christ assumes all that it means to be human, including the damaged aspects.

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

    What are the two natures of Christ?

    <p>Human and divine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The relationship of Jesus’s two natures is called a __________ relationship.

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

    Match the following heresies with their definitions:

    <p>Docetism = Denies Jesus had a true human nature Nestorianism = Believes the Son of God and human nature are two different persons Apollinarianism = Only acknowledges part of Christ's human nature Trinitarianism = Explains the nature of the three persons in one God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Christ not considered to be two different persons?

    <p>He is one subject with two natures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Holy Spirit has united himself to human nature, just as Jesus did.

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

    What does the Incarnation demonstrate about God’s relationship with humanity?

    <p>God cares about humanity and desires to transform it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Athanasius, how is the Son related to the Father?

    <p>The Son is consubstantial with the Father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Arius believed that the Son is truly God.

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

    What does the term 'self-emptying' refer to in Athanasius's argument?

    <p>The act of Jesus giving everything and gaining nothing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Arius, Jesus receives the title 'the Son' by the __________ of God.

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

    Match the following concepts with their corresponding views:

    <p>Athanasius = Son is consubstantial with the Father Arius = Son is a creature Incarnation = God becoming man Divine condescension = God giving everything to humanity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fundamental difference between Arius's and Athanasius's views?

    <p>Arius believed Jesus is not God while Athanasius believed he is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Athanasius's view, Jesus's journey as a man was akin to that of all other creatures.

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

    If Arius is correct, then Jesus and humanity would share the same __________ towards God.

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

    What is the primary theme described in the story of Jesus' incarnation?

    <p>Self-emptying for the sake of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jesus gained something by becoming man according to traditional Christian teaching.

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

    What is indicated by the phrase 'self-giving love' in the context of the incarnation?

    <p>The sacrificial nature of Jesus' actions for humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The story of the Incarnation is about __________, not self-exaltation.

    <p>self-emptying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Athanasius, what does the exaltation of Jesus refer to?

    <p>The exaltation he gives to humanity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions with their corresponding concepts:

    <p>Self-exaltation = Gaining something for oneself Self-emptying = Lifting others up without personal gain Advancement to God = A creature's journey to divine status Divine creation = A gift without gain for the creator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Arius believed that the purpose of Christ's life was to model how humans could advance to God.

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

    Explain why it does not make sense to say that Jesus improved by becoming man.

    <p>Because Jesus is the creator and cannot gain or improve, only provide improvement to others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Incarnation

    • The Incarnation is the central mystery of Christian faith, showcasing God's becoming human in Jesus Christ.
    • First, understand that the Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) exists in reality, but our understanding of it comes through Christ.
    • Christ became human, not to visit, but to reconcile with God.
    • Christ's humanity is crucial for salvation.
    • Belief in Christ distinguishes Christian faith from other religions.
    • The Incarnation is the profound expression of God's love.

    Christology

    • Christology is the study of Christ.
    • Christ is fully God and fully human.
    • The Incarnation avoids the idea of a divine being simply wearing human clothing.
    • God takes on human limitations but doesn't lose divinity.
    • The Incarnation is not a separate event, but part of God's ongoing relationship with humanity.
    • The Incarnation is necessary due to sin, but it's a gift of God's love.

    Key Difficulties in Christology

    • Some interpretations depict God as a subject to change (e.g., God's emotions), which is inaccurate and inconsistent with God's unchanging nature.
    • The Incarnation reveals God's unlimited goodness and love.
    • Aquinas emphasizes that the Incarnation is a freely given act of God's generosity.
    • The Incarnation is connected to the entire work of creation.
    • Arius's interpretation of Christ suggested that Christ was created, not divine.
    • Athanasius, on the other hand, argued that Christ was fully God and fully human, existing in one person.

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