Religon Exam

Who - Agent

Person who makes things happen.

What - Agent's intentions

What you do shapes if it’s good or bad.

Why - Motivations

What is the desired outcome.

How - Actions taken

How did you carry out the action.

Under What Circumstances

What are the conditions you are in.

With or Against Whom

Context involving others in an action.

What outcome

The result of the actions taken.

Conscience as a Capacity

The innate ability to discern right from wrong.

Conscience as a Process

The ongoing evaluation of moral situations.

Conscience as a Judgment

The final decision on a moral issue.

Action theory in ethics

Focus is not on what is done, but who it is done by.

Importance of Others

Recognizing the role of relationships in moral decisions.

Importance of Having Direction

The need for guidance in moral choices.

Importance of Communication + One's language

The role of effective communication in moral living.

Importance of Character + one's body

The integration of personal integrity with actions.

Importance of Conscience

The significance of being guided by one's moral compass.

Importance of The development of one's conscience

The need for evolving moral understanding.

Listen Model - L

Look for the facts - Identify what is going on in the situation.

Listen Model - I

Imagine possibilities for resolution.

Listen Model - S

Seek insight beyond your own.

Listen Model - T

Turn inward - Listen to your gut feelings.

Listen Model - E

Expect God’s help in decision-making.

Listen Model - N

Have your decision ready.

Ethics

Standards of behavior that tell us how human beings ought to act.

What Ethics is NOT

Religion, Science, Simply following the law, Following culturally accepted norms, The same as feelings.

Naturalism

Everything in material universe is shaped by physical, biological, and psychological beliefs.

Religious Determinism

God's influence upon events + actions does not conflict with human freedom.

Social Determinism

Behavior influenced by parents, culture, or psychological state.

Norms for Moral Living

Guidelines assisting in making moral decisions.

Moral Sin

Very serious, breaks our relationship with God, e.g., murder.

Venial Sin

Less serious, hurts but doesn't break our relationship, e.g., telling a lie to avoid hurting someone.

Pros of Individualistic Culture

Celebration of diversity, encouragement of self-expression, focus on personal development.

Cons of Individualistic Culture

Decrease in unity, lower empathy, reduced sense of support.

Cardinal Virtues - Prudence

Find the good in every situation + choose to do it.

Cardinal Virtues - Justice

Give God + Neighbor everything they deserve.

Cardinal Virtues - Fortitude

Strength to resist temptation and conquer fear.

Cardinal Virtues - Temperance

Balance in the use of created things.

Moral Norms

Rules that guide how people should act based on their values + beliefs.

Ethics

Rules of behavior based on ideas about what is morally good + bad.

Social Norms

Unwritten rules of behavior shared by members of a given group or society.

Types of Love - Companionship

Heteros - mutual respect and connection.

Types of Love - Sexual

Eros - passionate love.

Types of Love - Family

Storge - familial love.

Types of Love - Friendship

Philia - love between friends.

Types of Love - Charity

Agape - unconditional love.

Communication

The exchange of ideas, feelings and information.

Three Attitudes for Good Communication - Trust

Assumption that the other person will not hurt or disappoint us.

Three Attitudes for Good Communication - Hope

Readiness to respond without knowing the outcome.

Three Attitudes for Good Communication - Acceptance

Recognizing others as unique to foster understanding.

Avenue of Trust

Risking vulnerability in communication.

Avenue of Acceptance

Acknowledging unique perspectives to connect.

Roadblock of Self protection

Overprotection can hinder communication.

Paying Attention

Verbal and non-verbal cues showing engaged listening.

Active Listening

Using body language to show information is received.

Staying Neutral

Offering opinions only when asked to support the conversation.

Types of Prayer - Prayer of Blessing

Expressing praise and honor to God.

Types of Prayer - Prayer of Petition

Asking God for things we need.

Types of Prayer - Prayer of Intercession

Praying on behalf of others.

Types of Prayer - Prayer of Thanksgiving

Expressing gratitude for blessings.

Parable

A short story that teaches a moral lesson.

Kingdom of God

A symbol used by Jesus to speak about God and His actions.

Covenant

Solemn promise between people.

Social Justice

Entitlement of all people to the same rights and freedoms.

Equity

Efforts to treat everyone in a similar way.

Equality

Ensuring treatment is just and fair.

Human Dignity

The value of a human person to be respected.

Judicial

Used in the legal system to address abuses against justice.

Distributive Justice

Fair distribution of society's goods.

Peace

The absence of conflict.

Gospel Value

A decision to act based on faith.

Moral Value

A virtue, e.g., honesty and tolerance.

Goal of Social Justice

Meeting people's needs and ensuring equity, equality, and fairness.