Holy Texts
What books does the Old Testament consist of?
5 books of Moses
Who is the most important living figure in Catholicism?
the Pope
According to Catholics, who created the universe?
G-d
Why do nuns cover their hair?
Symbol of modesty
Where do Catholics believe you go after death?
Heaven or Hell
Why is the New Testament important?
Recorded the life, history, and teachings of Jesus
Which members of the clergy interact with the public?
Priests
How did Jesus die?
Crucifixition
What is a priest's outfit called?
Vestments
What is the Holy Trinity and who does it represent?
The Father, the Son, the Holy Ghost, together they make up G-d
How do Catholics view the Old Testament?
True word of G-d
What is the spiritual role of the pope?
Intermediary between G-d and humans
The snake in the Garden of Eden is actually...
Satan tempting humans to sin
Why does the Pope wear white?
Symbolizes his holiness and sets him apart from the other clergy to show that he has the most power
What is a saint?
A person who lived a heroic life on Earth and made it to Heaven
Name the gospels in the New Testament
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
What is the process of electing a pope called?
Conclave
What is a demon?
a fallen angel
Why do nuns wear habits?
humility, dedication, prayer, contemplation, simplicity, education, purity
How is Jesus different from G-d?
He came to Earth as a human
How is the New Testament organized? (name the sections)
The Gospels, History, The Pauline Epistles, The General Epistles, Prophecy
What is a bishop's role?
Appointed by the Pope as head of a diocese
How is Catholics' view of Satan different from other Christian denominations?
They believe he is real while other denominations think of him as a metaphor
What is the pope's hat called and what does it represent?
Zuchetto, represents authority and humility to G-d
Goals of the Second Vatican Council?
simplify traditional ceremonies, strengthen commitment to the poor, lead mass in the vernacular, and be more open to other Christian sects