Theology: Exploring Personal Growth and Human Nature

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What is the difference between Philia and Eros?

Philia is love between friends, while Eros is love of passion and attraction.

What are the two faculties of the human soul mentioned in the text?

Intellect and free will

How do we judge whether an action is good or evil according to the text?

By applying knowledge of the moral law

What do we use our reason for, as mentioned in the text?

To judge whether an action is good or evil

Why is it important to form our conscience well, according to the text?

To grow in knowledge and make moral decisions

What does a well-formed conscience do, as per the text?

Always chooses the good

How does the habit of remembering God help us?

To use our reason and free will

Why is the teaching that humans are made in God's image and likeness considered foundational?

It helps us understand who we are

What is the unique worth and value that we possess as human beings?

Dignity simply for being human

How does the text describe the relationship between individuals being made in God's image and being part of a spiritual family?

Every person being God's child connects them to a spiritual family

What is described as the ultimate destination for human beings based on the text?

Experiencing perfect happiness of God's love

How does Jesus exemplify personal growth based on the text?

By being obedient and growing in wisdom

What is the ultimate destination of human persons according to the text?

To experience the perfect happiness of God's love

What is the significance of sanctifying grace in a person's life?

It is restored through the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation

How does the text describe the relationship between man and woman?

They are equal as persons and complementary as masculine and feminine

What is concupiscence, as mentioned in the text?

The tendency to sin as a result of Original Sin

What does holiness represent according to the text?

The perfection of charity and Christian life

What do sanctifying grace and actual grace represent in the text?

Gifts from God to help humans in their journey towards holiness

How are saints described in relation to guiding Catholics?

As examples for Catholics who have followed Jesus wholeheartedly

What is the main purpose of human beings according to the text?

To experience perfect happiness through God's love

What does 'storge' represent according to the text?

Love between family members due to fulfilling basic needs

What does holiness represent in the Christian life?

The perfection of charity

What is the impact of sin on sanctifying grace according to the text?

It diminishes sanctifying grace

How is holiness related to happiness according to the text?

Holiness brings eternal happiness

What role do the saints play in the journey of holiness?

They guide and inspire believers in their pursuit of holiness

What is the purpose of transmitting human life according to the text?

To cooperate in the Creator's work

How does the text define 'actual grace'?

Temporary help from God for specific decisions

What does storge represent according to the text?

Love between family members

What does the habit of remembering God enable us to do?

Use our reason and free will effectively

How is dignity defined in the text?

It is inherent and does not change

Why are we considered a spiritual family according to the text?

As we are all made in God's image

What is the unique aspect of our ultimate destination as human beings?

To experience perfect happiness in God's love

Why is recognizing ourselves as one spiritual family important according to the text?

To work toward the good of others

How does the text describe the relationship between remembering God and using reason?

Remembering God helps us use our reason effectively

What role does love play in sustaining human dignity according to the text?

Love from God alone gives us our dignity

Why is it significant that every person is made in God's image?

To promote respect and recognition of every person's worth

What is emphasized about the teaching that humans are made in God's image and likeness?

It provides a foundation for understanding human identity.

What is the main impact of recognizing all individuals as part of a spiritual family?

Fostering shared responsibility for the well-being of others.

What does the ability to feel emotions allow human beings to do?

Judge whether an action is good or evil

Why is it emphasized that our passions aren't inherently good or bad?

To stress the significance of how we manage our passions

How can a well-formed conscience help in making moral decisions?

By choosing the morally right action based on reason and moral law

What is the main purpose of using one's conscience according to the text?

To make judgments about right and wrong in light of moral principles

What does it mean to say that human beings have a well-formed conscience?

They consistently choose actions that align with God’s Word

How is intellect described in relation to human growth according to the text?

As a tool provided by God for growth in knowledge

Why is it crucial to think before making choices, as indicated in the text?

To engage the conscience in determining right from wrong

How does using reason with emotions impact decision-making, according to the text?

'Good' decisions result from aligning reason and emotions with moral principles

What role does moral law play in the process of judging actions, as per the text?

Moral law provides a standard against which actions can be evaluated as good or evil

'Love is both a noun and a verb' implies what concept based on the text?

'Love' encompasses both a feeling and intentional actions towards others

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