Christianity & Happiness
According to Jesus, what are the two greatest commandments to live a happy and righteous life?
1) Love God with all your heart and 2) Love they neighbor as yourself
What University conducted a study that identified friendship as one of the best predictors of a long, healthy life?
Harvard University
How many levels of happiness are there according to the theory we discussed in class?
4
What type of happiness occurs when eating delicious food?
Happiness of Pleasure
Who is the Principal of Valley Catholic High School?
Ms. Gram
What does the latin term "beatus" translate to in English?
What is the lowest level of friendship?
Friendship of Utility
Describe Happiness by Comparison?
The happiness we find by succeeding, being better than others, winning, etc.
Name two objects that were in Gandhi's possession when he died.
Two pairs of sandals, a pair of glasses, three bowls, two spoons, a book, a notepad, a razor, a pocket watch, salt and some spices.
What year were the portables demolished?
2026
What is the 2nd level of friendship?
Friendship of Pleasure
What is the lowest level of happiness?
Pleasure
According to Jesus, where should we be storing our treasure?
In Heaven
Who is the only other Intro. to Religion teacher at VCHS this year?
Mr. Berge (or Mr. Fellows)
What did Jesus tell the rich, young man to do in order to be perfect?
Give all of your possessions to the poor and follow me.
Describe a "complete friendship."
Two people who genuinely care about each other's wellbeing, want the best for each other.
What is the highest level of happiness?
Transcendent Happiness
Explain the concept of Robert Nozick's "Experience Machine" thought experiment.
Brain plugged into computer that simulates reality so well that you can't tell the difference, but you only ever experience pleasure and success, never pain or failure.
When are you allowed to use AI to complete an assignment according to the VCHS Academic Integrity policy?
ONLY when your teacher explicitly grants permission for a specific assignment
Why might it be a good idea to look at saints for examples of happiness despite the suffering that many of them faced?
Because they found transcendent happiness, their happiness could not be destroyed by external circumstances
Where did Knausgaard find meaning in his life?
By showing the world to his children, appreciating the everyday moments of life and sharing them with family
Why did we use Viktor Frankl's story as an example of Transcendent Happiness?
He was subjected to torture and miserable circumstances, but he found meaning in the suffering.
What is the difference between authentic pride and arrogant/hubristic pride (according to the Hidden Brain podcast)?
Authentic pride comes from pursuing your meaning/purpose in life, whereas arrogance comes from comparison (seeing yourself as better or more important than others).
What is the formal name for the group of nuns who own and manage our campus?
The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon