The Spirit of the Law
Which commandment calls for the reverence and protection of life, especially the life of the unborn?
The Fifth Commandment, "Thou shall not kill."
What are 2 examples of Corporal Works of Mercy?
Feed the Hungry, Give Drink to the Thirsty, or Visit the Sick. etc.
Which Corporal Work of Mercy involves assisting those without a place to live?
Shelter the Homeless.
What is the core message of the Fifth Commandment regarding the value of life?
to cherish and respect all life, from natural conception to natural death
The act of showing forgiveness or kindness, especially to those who do not deserve it or are in a difficult situation.
Mercy
In which parable did Jesus teach about loving your neighbor despite differences, including ethnic hostility?
The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:29-37)
According to Jesus, how can we fulfill the law of love?
By loving God with all our hearts and loving our neighbors as ourselves.
What is the Spiritual Work of Mercy that involves correcting someone who has made a mistake or done wrong?
Admonish the Sinner.
What is the term for showing kindness, empathy, or support to someone in difficulty?
Compassion
The value and respect inherent in every human being, regardless of circumstances.
Dignity
What is the key difference between following the letter of the law and the spirit of the law?
Following the letter of the law means strictly obeying its rules, while the spirit of the law means understanding and living out the values and motivations behind it.
What was the core message of Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan?
True neighbors are those who show mercy and compassion, regardless of differences.
Which Corporal Work of Mercy involves caring for someone who is ill or disabled?
Visit the Sick.
What is the term for unfair treatment of someone based on their race, gender, or age?
Prejudice
The intentional ending of a person's life to relieve suffering, typically when the person is terminally ill.
Euthanasia
According to Jesus, what is the greatest commandment?
You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. (Matthew 22:36-40)
Which act of mercy involves helping someone who is struggling with their faith or beliefs?
Counsel the Doubtful (Spiritual Work of Mercy)
Which Spiritual Work of Mercy calls us to comfort those who are in sorrow or distress?
Comfort the Afflicted.
What term refers to a law or principle that calls people to live harmoniously with one another and with God?
Moral Law.
Bad example
Scandal
In the Sermon on the Mount, what does Jesus teach us about how to treat our enemies?
Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. (Matthew 5:43-48)
Jesus said that those who help others by performing works of mercy will be judged based on what?
How they have loved others, especially through acts of mercy.
How do the works of mercy connect to the teachings of Jesus?
Jesus taught that caring for others, both physically and spiritually, is a key way to live out his love for the world.
How can we respect the dignity of others when we experience anger or frustration?
We can channel our anger properly and avoid actions that harm others, following the spirit of the law rather than its letter.
the process of making up for something wrong that has been done, especially by seeking forgiveness or doing good deeds
Reconciliation