Christian Morality

Why did God give us the Ten Commandments?

For the purpose of our overall well-being.

What is Jesus’ “blueprint” for happiness?

To keep his commandments and live the Beatitudes.

What does the virtue of religion help us do?

It helps us give to God what is his just due, including reverence, love, and worship.

What are examples of sins against the First Commandment?

Idolatry: worship of false gods.

How do we make the Lord’s day holy?

Receiving Jesus in the Eucharist and engaging in activities that refresh our minds, hearts, and spirits.

How does Saint Paul summarize the Ten Commandments?

You shall love your neighbor as yourself.

What are some duties of parents?

Respect their children, educate them, provide a loving home, and encourage them to respond to God's call.

What behaviors are required of children?

Thanking parents, showing gratitude, obeying them while living at home, and honoring them in their old age.

In what circumstance could one properly oppose civil law?

When societal laws conflict with God’s will or God’s law.

What are four conditions of a just war?

1) Lasting, grave, and certain damage by the aggressor. 2) Truly a last resort. 3) Serious prospects of success. 4) Arms use will not produce greater evil than the evil to be eliminated.

What actions are forbidden by the fifth commandment?

Direct abortion, intentional euthanasia, suicide, scandal, immoral medical procedures.

What is the essence of chastity?

It helps integrate our sexuality with all aspects of who we are and requires lifelong self-control.

What should a Christian marriage be like?

God’s permanent covenant of love and fidelity.

What are the two purposes of sexual intercourse in marriage?

Unitive purpose: bonding of husband and wife; Procreative purpose: cooperating with God in bringing new life.

What types of justice exist?

Legal justice: duties as citizens; Distributive justice: community obligations to citizens; Commutative justice: relations between individuals.

What is social justice?

Applying the teachings of Christ and the Church to political, economic, and social orders.

First Commandment

You shall have no other gods before me. It emphasizes the importance of worshiping God alone and rejecting idolatry.

Second Commandment

You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. This commandment underscores the reverence for God's name and prohibits its misuse and the misuse of other sacred expressions. .

Third Commandment

You shall keep the Sabbath day holy. This commandment highlights the importance of rest and worship, designating one day a week for spiritual reflection and renewal.

Fourth Commandment

You shall honor your father and mother. This commandment emphasizes the importance of family respect and the obligation to care for one's parents.

Fifth Commandment

You shall not kill. This commandment affirms the sanctity of human life and prohibits murder, emphasizing the value of life and the moral responsibility to respect others.

Sixth Commandment

You shall not commit adultery. This commandment underscores the sanctity of marriage and the importance of fidelity within relationships.

Seventh Commandment

You shall not steal. This commandment emphasizes the importance of respecting others' property and upholding honesty in one's actions.

Eighth Commandment

You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. This commandment emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in relationships and society.

Ninth Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife

Tenth Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's possessions. This commandment calls for contentment and gratitude for what one has, discouraging greed and envy.