The Ten Commandments
Which commandment instructs us to honour our father and mother?
4. Honor your father and mother (Exodus 20:12).
How often are Catholics required to attend Mass according to the precepts of the Church?
Catholics are required to attend Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation.
What is the scripture reference for the following: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another."
John 13:34-35
According to the Ten Commandments, what is the Sabbath day?
The Sabbath day is the seventh day of the week (Saturday), a day of rest and worship (Exodus 20:8-11).
What is the purpose of the precept concerning fasting and abstinence?
Fasting and abstinence help Catholics practice self-discipline and solidarity with the poor, as well as prepare for the reception of the sacraments.
The precept concerning attending Mass states that Catholics must attend Mass every Sunday and on ___________ of __________.
The precept concerning attending Mass states that Catholics must attend Mass every Sunday and on holy of obligation.
What is the first commandment?
"I am the Lord thy God; thou shalt have no other gods before me" (Exodus 20:2-3).
According to the precepts of the Church, what is required for a Catholic marriage?
For a Catholic marriage, the couple must participate in pre-marriage preparation and exchange consent before a properly authorized minister and witnesses. The Church also states that marriage should be between the two until death. If someone dies, then the other is free to remarry with another if they desire.
According to the precepts of the Catholic Church, Catholics are required to confess serious sins at least ___________.
According to the precepts of the Catholic Church, Catholics are required to confess serious sins at least once a year.
What does the commandment "Thou shalt not kill" encompass, according to Catholic teaching?
The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" prohibits not only murder but also any form of unjust killing, including abortion and euthanasia.
What is the significance of the precept regarding keeping the days of fasting and abstinence?
The precept regarding keeping days of fasting and abstinence helps Catholics practice self-denial and penance, particularly during Lent.
“I am the ____ thy God. You shall have no other ____ before me.”
“I am the Lord thy God. You shall have no other gods before me.”
According to Catholic teaching, what does it mean to covet?
To covet means to desire something belonging to another person.
According to the precepts of the Church, what is required for receiving the sacrament of Confirmation?
For receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, Catholics must be in a state of grace, adequately instructed, and prepared to profess the faith publicly.
According to the quote from John 13:34-35, how will others recognize Jesus's disciples? By their ___________ for one another.
According to the quote from John 13:34-35, how will others recognize Jesus's disciples? By their love for one another.