Religion Chapter 3

Define the term 'religion'

Refers to a set of beliefs and practices followed by those committed to the service and worship of God.

What does the word 'catholic' mean? How is the Church 'catholic'?

"all-embracing" it is not able within western christianity sacred tradition and seven sacraments.

What is the difference between an atheist and an agnostic?

Atheist claim they do not believe in God, Agnostics claim they are not sure if God exists.

Identify two similarities between the Jewish faith and the Christian faith.

Both live by the Great Commandments and the Ten Commandments.

Explain the term 'idolatry'.

Divinizing what is not God

Name the elements that are integral features of a religion.

Doctrines or beliefs, a creed, to worship, cult, moral laws and ethics, and a code.

Why is it not a good idea to opt out of organized religion and attempt to 'go it alone'?

Each one of us needs other people of faith if we are to grow as people of faith.

Why is the testimony of other believers, both Catholics and faithful non-Catholic believers, important for our own faith?

Faith, trust, and life centered in God make life meaningful and worthwhile and give direction and a sense of ultimate purpose to the lives of believers.

Why is the institutional structure of a religion important?

It develops a visible structure for expressing its beliefs and engaging its members in customs and practices that foster and guide their spiritual life and enable and support them to pass on its faith to the next generation.

How does belonging to a community of faith help a person to grow in faith and to 'put their faith to work'?

It prevents leading people into some form of addiction and slavery.

Identify two differences between the Jewish faith and the Catholic faith.

Jews celebrate passover and Christians celebrate the Eucharist.

To where does a life of faith centered on God lead people?

Leads people to freedom and fullness of life.

Give some examples of how a person might commit idolatry. What kind of things might a person 'worship' or 'pursue' in place of God?

Man commits idolatry whenever he honors and reveres a creature in place of God.

What are the four Marks of the Church founded by Jesus Christ?

The church is apostolic, catholic, holy, and one.

What is monotheism? Name two monotheistic religions.

The doctrine or belief that there is only one God. Two monotheistic religions are Christianity and Judaism.

What is meant by the virtue of religion?

The habit and disposition of giving adoration to God, praying to him, and offering him the worship that belongs to him alone.