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Theological and Historical Definitions

Eschatology

The study of the “end,” last things, heaven, hell, and Judgment Day.

Hypocrisy

Derived from hypo (under/mask) and krisis (to judge); it refers to judging based only on the surface of arguments.

Worldview

The framework of ideas and beliefs through which a Christian individual, group, or culture interprets and interacts with the world.

Factor

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Stereotype

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing; historically, a relief printing plate.

Marabout

A Muslim religious leader and teacher in West Africa and the Maghreb, often a scholar of the Qur'an.

St. George

A Roman soldier of Greek origin and member of the Praetorian...

Islamic History and Religious Practices

• During the month of Ramadan, Muslims: Fast
• Which Muslim Empire was located in India? Córdoba Empire
• Muslim scholars are credited with developing: Algebra
• The most sacred city in Islam is: Mecca

The Story of Passover and the Exodus

1. Passover, 2. Israel, 3. Slavery, 4. Egypt, 5. Moses, 6. Pharaoh, 7. Plagues, 8. Frogs, 9. Boils, 10. Hail, 11. Firstborn children, 12. Lamb's blood.

Key Terms in Islamic Faith

1. Muslims
2. Allah

Architectural Features of a Mosque

• Dome: A rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base.
  Importance: It plays a major role in the structure's covering.
• Minaret: A tall, slender tower with a balcony from which a muezzin calls Muslims to prayer.
  Importance:

Core Christian Beliefs

• Monotheism: The belief in one God.
• Trinity: The belief that God is three in one.
• Faith: Firm belief without logical proof.
• Unity: God's way of being one.
• Creeds: Statements of Christian belief.
• Incarnation: The belief that God took human form in Jesus.
• Virgin Birth: The belief that Jesus was not conceived through sexual intercourse.
• Atonement: Reconciliation between God and humanity.
• Repentance: The act of being sorry for wrongdoing and deciding not to do it again.
• Salvation: The act of deliverance from sin or being saved from evil.
• Compassion: A feeling of pity which makes one want to help the sufferer.

Church Structure and Governance

• Catholic: Universal or worldwide.
• Holy: Of, or relating to, God; sacred.
• Apostolic: The belief that

Mythical Genre

Found in the Old Testament, this term originates from the Greek word mythos, meaning reflection. Myths seek to express opinions or messages regarding deep realities experienced by all humans. By using symbolic language, they aim to reach the origins and the depth of the human experience. Therefore, biblical myths must be interpreted to discover the profound truths they convey.

Gospel Genre

Found in the New Testament (specifically Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John), the term comes from the Greek word meaning "Good News." It is a proclamation regarding Jesus. The Gospels serve as a testimony of faith in Him.

Legendary Genre

Located in the Old Testament, these are stories passed down through generations. They often enlarge the deeds of heroes...

Councils Against Heresies

The Church Faithful to the Apostolic Tradition

Heresies are misinterpretations of Christian doctrine. There were many in the early centuries, such as:

• The Council of Nicea: Condemned the doctrine of Arius, stating that Jesus Christ was not equal to the Father but less than Him; therefore, Christ was not God.
• Council of Ephesus: Declared that Nestorius's view of Christ was incorrect, as it denied the divine nature in Christ.
• The Council of Chalcedon: Further defined the nature of Christ.

Early Christian and Byzantine Art

Basilica

With the Edicts of Milan and Thessaloniki, Christians could publicly practice their religion. With the possibility of building spaces for worship, Roman public buildings were taken as a model. Basilicas...

12th Century: A Century of Transformation

The twelfth century witnessed fundamental changes in society. The beginning of the Crusades, population growth, and the influx of gold, among other factors, influenced the development of trade and the growth of cities. The economy still had its foundation in the countryside. The 12th century is known as a period of great prosperity in Europe, which improved living conditions.

Rise of Urban Life and the Bourgeoisie

A new social class, urban life in the Late Medieval period, appeared with great vigor. The nobility and the clergy were still the most important estates, but many traders thrived within cities, creating the bourgeoisie. While the majority of citizens lived modestly, focused on craft and trade,...

Humanism: Ideas and Expansion

Humanism was a cultural renewal movement that originated in Italy in the 15th century and subsequently spread across Europe in the 16th century.

Key Humanist Ideas

• Rejection of the medieval focus on God, emphasizing the exaltation of humanity as uniquely endowed with freedom and reason.
• Inspiration drawn from Greco-Roman culture.
• Interest in science and technical progress, fostering a new scientific spirit based on observation and experimentation.
• Promotion of vernacular languages.

The Printing Press and Humanist Spread

The creation of the printing press in the 15th century significantly aided the expansion of humanism. Invented by Johannes Gutenberg, this innovation involved elaborate wooden molds for each letter of the...

Mission and Pentecost

With a mission: Continue Jesus' work of proclaiming the Kingdom of God.

Pentecost

• For the Jews: An offering of the first fruits of the harvest; God gives the Commandments to Moses at Sinai.
• For the Christians: The outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon all believers of Jesus.

Vatican II

The Second Ecumenical Council of the Vatican, or Vatican II, was the twenty-first Ecumenical Council of the Catholic Church. It opened under Pope John XXIII on 11 October 1962 and closed under Pope Paul VI on 21 November 1965. At least four future pontiffs took part in the council's opening session: Giovanni Battista Cardinal Montini (Pope Paul VI), Bishop Albino Luciani (Pope John Paul I), Bishop Karol Wojtyła (Pope John Paul II), and Father Joseph...

The Vatican Council and Modern Initiatives

In the first half of the twentieth century, a series of moves and initiatives raised the need for a council. The most important factors were:

• The revaluation of the Eucharist as the center of Christian life.
• The introduction of missals and biblical translations.
• A resurgence of studies addressing social unrest.
• The emergence of prestigious Catholic intellectuals in the worlds of philosophy and literature.
• The opening of the Church to non-Western cultures.
• The emergence of the laity in the mission of evangelization through the world of work and family.
• The flowering of the ecumenical spirit, as Catholics and believers of other Christian denominations took steps toward unity.

Interior Renovation of the Church

• The

What Is the Bible?

The word Bible comes from the Greek word biblia, meaning "books." The Bible is a collection of sacred texts, written in different times and places, originally in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek.

The Old Testament

The Old Testament tells the history of the people of Israel from their origins to the birth of Jesus. It contains 46 books in the Catholic canon.

The New Testament

The New Testament narrates the life and message of Jesus. It contains 27 books.

The Bible Canon

The books included in the Bible are called the canon (or canonical books). Other writings, considered not inspired, were called apocrypha. For believers, the Bible is the inspired word of God, and for this reason it is also called Sacred Scripture.

Books of the Bible

Pentateuch

• Genesis
• Exodus
• Leviticus
• Numbers
• Deuteronomy

Historical