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Original justice
The state of Adam and Eve before the fall, in which they were in perfect harmony with God and each other
Natural law
The understanding of what is right and wrong that is given by God and is inherent in human nature
Moral law
The set of principles that governs the relationships between God and people, and between people with each other
Amoral
Unconcerned with rightness or wrongness, lacking a moral sense
Immoral
Not conforming to accepted standards of morality
Moral choice
The act of choosing to do what is right
Three-font principle
The consideration of the object, intention, and circumstance of an action in determining its morality
The great commandment
The commandment to love God with one's whole heart, soul, mind, and strength
Sin of commission
A sin that results from one's choices and actions
Sin of omission
A sin that results from not doing what one should do
Moral culpability
The extent of responsibility for an immoral act
Social sin
The way personal sin affects other people and society as a whole
Canon law
The set of laws and regulations that guide beliefs and actions within the Catholic Church
Mortal sin
Serious sins that damage one's relationship with God and require repentance
Divine law
God's will as revealed through creation and divine revelation
Beatitude
A state of blessedness, prosperity, and abundance
Venial sin
Less serious sins that do not sever one's relationship with God but still require repentance
Seven deadly sins
Lust, pride, greed, gluttony, sloth, wrath, and envy; vices that lead to other sins
Antidotes
Virtues that counteract the seven deadly sins and promote moral goodness
Sin in the Old and New Testaments
Examples of sins found in the Old and New Testaments of the Bible
Etiology
The story or explanation of the cause or origin of something
Justification
The state of being made righteous or justified in the eyes of God
Concupiscence
The tendency of all people towards sin due to the effects of original sin
Social justice
The pursuit of fairness and equality in society, ensuring that essential human needs and rights are protected
Morality
The principles and values that guide right and wrong behavior
Perjury
The act of lying under oath
Blasphemy
Speaking, acting, or thinking offensively about the Holy Trinity or saints
Adulation
Excessive flattery or praise
Parable
A short story with a religious message that uses everyday images to convey deeper truths
Mammon
An Aramaic term for wealth and material possessions
Conscience
The inner voice guided by reason and Divine Law that helps us judge the morality of our actions
Profanity
Speaking disrespectfully about something sacred or using offensive language
Social doctrine
The teachings of the Church on dignity, solidarity, peace, justice, and other social matters
Commutative justice
The type of justice that calls for fairness and equality in agreements and transactions
Idolatry
The worship of people or things that are meant for God alone
Boasting
Excessively proud talk about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities
Sabbath
The seventh day of rest after the creation of the world, observed as a day of worship and rest
Envy
Resentment or jealousy towards others' possessions or qualities
Greed
An excessive desire for wealth or possessions beyond what is needed
Detraction
The unnecessary revelation of harmful truths about someone's reputation
Johannine writings
The Gospel of John and the three letters of John in the New Testament
Sacrilege
The abuse or desecration of something that is dedicated to God
Calumny
The act of ruining another person's reputation by lying or spreading false rumors
Slander
The act of making false spoken statements that damage another person's reputation
Reparation
The act of repairing a broken relationship or making amends for a wrong done
Prostitution
The act of providing sexual services in exchange for money or goods
Corporal works of mercy
Actions that respond to people's physical and material needs, showing respect for human dignity
Conciliar
Something that is connected with an official council of the Church
Superstition
The belief in supernatural powers or forces that are not from God, often leading to false practices
Solidarity
The union of heart and mind with the poor, powerless, and those facing injustice, promoting social justice
Magic
The belief in the use of supernatural powers or forces from a source other than God
Divination
The seeking of power and knowledge from supernatural means other than God
Providence
God's divine care, guidance, and protection over all creation
Simony
The buying or selling of something spiritual, such as sacraments or religious offices
Just War Doctrine
The set of criteria that determine when a war is morally permissible
Sacredness of life
The belief in the inherent value and dignity of every human life
Fifth Commandment
The commandment that states, 'Thou shalt not kill,' emphasizing the sanctity of human life
Church view on abortion
The belief that the right to life of an unborn baby is of greater value than a woman's right to choose abortion
Church view on euthanasia
The belief that euthanasia is a false solution and that one should trust in God until natural death
Article 41
The article that addresses the importance of taking care of one's health in relation to the Fifth Commandment
Chastity
The virtue that involves integrating one's sexuality into the total person in a morally upright way
God's intention for marriage
The belief that marriage should be a faithful, lifelong, and loving union open to the gift of new life
Cardinal Virtues
The four virtues of prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude that are foundational to moral living
Grace
The free gift of God's loving and active presence in our lives, enabling us to live according to His will
Sacramental graces
The specific gifts and graces that are received through each of the sacraments
Special graces
Charisms or spiritual gifts that are given to individuals for the benefit of the community
Theological Virtues
The three virtues of faith, hope, and love that enable us to live in relationship with God
Soul
The spiritual principle within each person that gives life and makes us like God
Tithe
The act of donating a portion of one's income to the Church and charitable causes
Leo XIII
Pope Leo XIII, who defined the teachings of the Catholic Church in relation to modern thinking
Decalogue
Another name for The Ten Commandments, the foundational moral laws given by God
Excommunication
A penalty imposed by the Church that prohibits a person from receiving the sacraments due to grave sins
Fornication
Sexual intercourse between an unmarried man and woman