Types of Conscience in Ethics

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What is the distinguishing characteristic of a person-centered conscience?

Respecting the rights of others (correct)
Being indifferent to morality
Ignoring others' rights
Fearing consequences

What is the main characteristic of a scrupulous conscience?

Accepting all actions as morally right
Being morally upright
Exaggerating the gravity of sin (correct)
Being indifferent to sin

What differentiates Christian Conscience from other types of conscience?

Neglecting moral development
Being judgmental towards others
Ignoring the concept of sin
Treating others as children of God (correct)

According to Father Gerald Sloyan, what is an important factor in developing an informed conscience?

Having a pure intention (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does a perplexed conscience wrongly believe?

Sin is committed regardless of the action taken (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of a lax conscience?

Judging on insufficient grounds that there is no sin (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the liberating aspect of the uniqueness and oneness of God?

Freedom from slavery to the world and idolatry (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the oneness of God promote unity among people?

By making everyone part of one family under God (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action is forbidden by the First Commandment according to the text?

Worshipping any created thing instead of God (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a form of idolatry according to the text?

Worshipping the one God with all your heart (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the biblical story of the 'Golden Calf' in relation to idolatry?

It illustrates the consequences of idolatry and substituting God with other entities (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message behind 'Soli Deo Gloria' as mentioned in the text?

'To God alone be glory' emphasizing the exclusive worship due to God (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of Christian morality according to most Christian ethicists?

Revelation, tradition, human reason, and experience (A) Signup and view all the answers

In Christian moral theology, where are God's teachings concretely expressed?

In the 10 Commandments (B) Signup and view all the answers

What biblical concept is related to the English word 'discipline'?

Disciple (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which biblical verse emphasizes treating others as you would like to be treated?

Matthew 7:12 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'blessed' in the context of Christian morality?

A gift bestowed by God bringing happiness (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which category does morality primarily pertain to according to the text?

Human persons (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the mode of transmission of teachings entrusted to the Church differ from those contained in the Scriptures?

The teachings in the Scriptures were created by God, while the teachings entrusted to the Church were handed down. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes man from animals based on the text?

Man is created in God`s image and likeness, while animals follow instincts. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Christian morality as discussed in the text, what does morality mainly deal with?

Actions performed by man (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Catechism of the Catholic Church teach about human persons?

All human persons are created in God's image and likeness. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are human experiences regarding personal discovery of self related to Christian teachings in the text?

Human experiences overlap with Christian teachings but have different modes of transmission. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What sets apart the ability to smile and laugh for man according to the text?

It is based on man's rationality (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do the calf or bull symbolize in biblical times according to the text?

Sexual fertility in cults of Baal and Astarte (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does Jesus mean when he says, 'You cannot give yourself to God and Money'?

One cannot serve both God and material wealth simultaneously (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between atheism and agnosticism according to the text?

Atheism rejects the existence of God, while agnosticism affirms that knowledge about God is impossible (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why does God reserve Himself alone the right to express and produce images of Himself?

To prevent idol worship (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as 'the image of the invisible God' in Colossians 1:15?

Jesus Christ (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Jesus demonstrate the perfect image of God according to the text?

By showing love, compassion, and forgiveness (A) Signup and view all the answers