Key Terms 13
What is common good?
social conditions that allow groups or individuals to be fulfilled
What is anthropocentrism?
The anthropocentric worldview sees mankind at the center of all reality and relationships
Define intentional act.
Something done with intent to cause harm
What is a globalist?
Someone that believes that both the living and non-living are part of creation and those all need protection
What is restorative justice?
Restorative justice is healing the harm caused by a crime
What is commutative justice
the contractual relationship between individuals and institutions that have the legal status of a person
What is ecology?
Ecology is the study of the earth's biosphere
Define penitant.
A person who recognizes his or her sinfulness, and touched by the grace of God, seeks reconciliation
Define dominion
Dominion is humankind's rule over creation
What is absolution?
the remission of sins pronounced by the priest.
What is private property?
the right to own property and something that is owned for ones exclusive use
Define hiearcheist
a structure from higher to lower levels of importance/ power/ authority
What is repentance?
A penitent recognizes his or her sinfulness, manifests contrition, and resolves to begin a new life by asking God’s pardon.
What is ecology?
the study of the earth's biosphere
What is economics?
The distribution and consumption of goods and services in a society
Define righteous
acting in accordance with the divine or moral law
What is a preservationist?
Someone that believes that nature is good in itself and needs to be protected against ill-considered exploitation
What is restorative justice?
Restorative is healing the harm caused by a crime
What is common good
Social conditions that allow groups or individuals to be fulfilled
What is legal justice?
the relationship of the individual to society
What is solidarity
unit based on common interests, values, and principles
What is theocentrism?
God-centered worldview. God is the most important entity in the universe
What is mortal sin?
Mortal sin negatively affects our capacity to relate to others
What is economics?
The distribution and consumption of goods and services in a society
What is distributive justice?
The relationship of government or society to the individual