L1: Scripture & Tradition
Define "faith"
The free acceptance of divine revelation and God.
What language was most of the Old Testament originally written in?
Hebrew (the language of the Israelites / ancient Jewish people)
What is the process of Oral Tradition?
The sharing and spreading of stories and teachings about Jesus by word-of-mouth before they were written down.
What is a discipline?
A practice or norm established by the Church, which can change over time.
What does the term "canon" refer to?
The official list of inspired books of the Bible.
What is the Septuagint?
The Greek translation of the Old Testament.
What is a dogma?
A central truth of Revelation that Catholics are obliged to believe.
What is Scriptural Inerrancy?
The belief that the Scriptures are without error when it comes to truths about our salvation.
How many books are in the Catholic translation of the New Testament?
46
Who is the Magisterium?
The official teaching authority of the Church, consisting of the Pope and the bishops.
What does "Historical Criticism" refer to?
The time period, culture, and writing style of the biblical authors
Give 2 examples of Sacred Tradition
Oral Tradition & Written Tradition
What is Sacred Tradition?
The living transmission of the Church’s Gospel message found in the Church’s teachings, life, and worship.
Why is Historical Criticism important for interpreting the Bible?
Historical context is necessary to understand the intended message of the biblical authors
Name the 5 books of the Pentateuch in order.
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy