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Morality Study Guide Unit 2 Vocab

Terms in this set (56)

Absolution
priest pardons the sins of the person confessing (in the name of God and the church)
Actual Grace
god's intervention and support for us in the everyday moments of our lives. actual graces are important for conversation and for continuing growth in holiness
Agnosticism
The view that the existence of God is impossible to be known or proven
Atheism
the denial of the existence of God
Blasphemy
speaking, acting, or thinking about God, Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, or the saints in a way that is irreverent, mocking, or offensive; sin against 2nd commandment
Cardinal Virtues
based on the Latin word for "pivot," 4 virtues that are viewed as pivotal or essential for full Christain living: prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance
Charism
also called special graces; gifts intended for the common good of the church
Contrition
turning away from sin and committing not to sin again
Covenant
a solemn agreement between human beings or between Gog and a human being in which mutual commitments are made
Culpable
to be guilty of wrong-doing
Divination
the practice of seeking power of knowledge through supernatural means apart form the one true God; sin against 2nd commandment
Eschatology
the area of Christian faith having to do with the last things: the Last Judgement, the particular judgement, the resurrection of the body, Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory
Evangelical Counsels
the call to go beyond the minimum rules of life required by God and strive for spiritual perfection through a life marked by a commitment to chastity, poverty, and obedience
Examination of Conscience
prayerful reflection on, and the assessment of, one's words, attitudes, and actions in light of the Gospel of Jesus; the conscious moral evaluation of one's life in preparation for reception of the sacrament of pentance and reconciliation
F.A.C.T.S
a moral decision making process; Find the facts, Assess the alternatives, Consider the consequences, Think about god's teachings, Seek spiritual support
Faith
belief in what God has taught us; proclaiming what you believe in God (belief)
Faith Synonym
belief (believe)
Fortitude
capital virtue - the moral virtue that strengthens us to overcome obstacles to living morally; gives you strength to avoid temptation; habit of doing the right thing even when part of you wants to do the wrong thing; also called moral courage or moral strenght
Fortitude Synonym
strength
Fruits of the Holy Spirit
charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity
Gifts of the Holy Spirit
wisdom, understanding, right judgment, courage, knowledge, reverence, wonder and awe
Habitual Grace
another name for sanctifying grace; because it is always at work within us, disposing us to live and act in accord with God's will
Heresy
to deny an essential truth of faith or even apostasy
Idolatry
the worship of other beings, creatures, or material goods in a way that is fitting for God along; against 1st commandment
Justice
cardinal virtue - concerned with the rights and duties within relationships; the habit of taking into account the needs of others as much as your own needs
Justice Synonym
fairness
Magic
the belief in supernatural power that comes from a source other than God; sin against 1st commandment
Monotheism
the belief in a worship of only one God
Moral Sin
an action so contrary to the will of God that is results in a complete separation from God and his grace
Obedience
to hear God's Word and act accordingly
Pantheon
a group of gods and goddesses worshiped by a particular people or religion
Penance
an attitude of the heart in which one experiences regrets for past sin and commits to a change in behaviors or attitudes
Perjury
the sin of lying while under oath to tell the truth; sin against 2nd commandment
Profanity
speaking disrespectfully about something that is sacred or treating it with disrespect; also swearing or vulgar language
Prudence
cardinal virtue - opposite of being impulsive; a person is inclined to choose the moral good and avoid evil. Sometimes called the rudder virtue because it helps steer the person through complex moral situations
Prudence Synonym
wisdom
Reconciliation
the process of restoring broken relationships with God, with the Church, and with people who are directly offended by our sins
Reparation
making amends for something one did wrong that caused harm to another person or left to loss
Reverence
sometimes called piety, the gift of reverence gives Christians a deep sense of respect for God
Sabbath
the weekly day of rest to remember God's work through private prayer and communal worship (Sundays for Catholics)
Sacred
the quality of being holy, worthy of respect and reverence
Sacrifice
in the Eucharist we unite our sacrifice with Christ's perfect sacrifice and grow closer to him; as a Christian we are called to lives of sacrificial love
Sacrilege
an offense against God; the abuse of a person, place, or thing dedicated to God and the worship of Him
Sanctifying Grace
the supernatural gift of God by which our sins are forgiven and we are made holy; it restores our communion with God
Simony
buying or selling something spiritual, such as a grace, a sacrament, or a relic; violates the honor of God
Superstition
practice of assigning magical powers to certain practices or objects, such as charms or omens; trusting those powers rather than the powers of God
Temperance
cardinal virtue - about balance in your life; moderate appetites and passions to achieve balance in the uses of created goods
Temperance Synonym
self-control
Theological Virtues
God given virtues of Faith, Hope, and Love; enable us to know God as God and lead us to union with him and heart
Tithe
a commitment to donate some of your income to the church and other charitable causes
Veneration
to give respect and honor to
Sacramental Graces
the special gifts we receive through the 7 sacraments
Hope
theological virtue - the virtue by which we trust in God's promises of eternal salvation
Hope Synonym
trust
Love/Charity
theological virtue - the virtue by which we love God above all things, and our neighbor for love of God
Love/Charity Synonym (Idea)
about sacrificing yourself for the people you love
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