Unit 1 - Creation and Covenant

Flashcards about Genesis 3, original sin, covenants, the Ten Commandments, and baptism.

Why is Genesis 3 known as the 'Fall'?

Genesis 3 describes how evil entered the world and how humanity fell from God's love.

What is original sin?

Original sin is the disastrous, fallen state of humankind into which every person is born, lacking holiness and justice; it's the imperfect condition that we are all born into.

What were the consequences of original sin?

The world became imperfect, leading to death; Adam (men) have to work hard to earn a living; and women have to experience pain in childbirth.

What is a covenant?

A relationship between God and his people involving promises.

What is the Sinai covenant?

The relationship God made with his people through Moses involving the Ten Commandments, which humans should follow.

What are Jesus' two great commandments?

Love the Lord your God and love your neighbor as yourself.

How are the commandments relevant today?

The commandments show how God wants us to live; they help us make decisions in our lives and guide us to understand what is right and wrong. The basis of law in the UK and our love for our neighbors is based on one of the Ten Commandments.

What are the first three commandments about?

Relationship with God.

What are the other seven commandments about?

Relationship with other humans.

How can a Catholic develop their conscience?

Reading scriptures, making decisions in life, from family education, and church teaching.

What happens at baptism?

Original sin is washed away and one becomes a part of the Christian church.

Why is infant baptism important?

It's a long tradition in the Christian Church, a baby has a relationship with God from the beginning of their life, and babies have original sin washed away from the start of life.

Why is baptism important?

Baptism begins the Christian journey and introduces you into a relationship with God.

What is special about adult baptism?

Someone can commit themselves to being a Christian and can understand what is happening with baptism; it also washes away previous sins.