Morality Unit 1: Called to Beatitude Study Guide

A set of 30 vocabulary flashcards focused on key concepts from the Morality Unit, aimed at helping students prepare for their upcoming exam.

Origin of Human Persons

Human persons are created by God because He loves us.

Nature of Human Persons

Humans are rational beings made in the image of God, with intellect and free will.

Destiny of Human Persons

Humans are made to love and to give ourselves in a communion of persons; our ultimate destiny is Heaven.

Real Happiness

Real happiness begins at the third level (Beatitudo), which comes from fulfilling our purpose of love.

Moral Duty

Humans ought to love others, as this is our purpose, being created in the image of God.

Definition of Morality

Morality is the science of what humans ought to do based on who they are.

Moral Acts

Humans are the only creatures on Earth that can perform moral acts due to their freedom and intellect.

Morality and Happiness

Acting morally fulfills our purpose of loving others, aligning with our nature, leading to happiness.

Fundamental Norm of Morality

The fundamental norm of morality is Jesus, who exemplifies what it means to be truly human.

Character

Character is who you are and who you are becoming through your choices and actions.

Virtues

Virtues are good habits that build good character.

Building Blocks of Good Character

The building blocks of good character are virtues, which are good habits.

Cardinal Virtues

Cardinal virtues are moral virtues that serve as the source of all other virtues.

Source of Other Virtues

Cardinal virtues are the 'parents' of many sub-virtues and are foundational to moral life.

Definition of Justice

Justice is the habit of giving God and our neighbors what they deserve by right.

Example of Fortitude

Fortitude is having the strength and courage to do the right thing.

Example of Temperance

Temperance is the habit of controlling desires and enjoying goods in moderation.

Example of Prudence

Prudence is the habit of making wise decisions that govern the other virtues.

Cardinal Virtues Cooperation

Prudence governs the other virtues as it directs the intellect in decision-making.

Growing in Virtue

We grow in virtue through repeated action, practice, and by making deliberate choices.

Beatitudes

The Beatitudes are qualities that describe how to be, exemplifying Jesus' character and leading to happiness.

Sermon on the Mount

The Beatitudes were described by Jesus during the Sermon on the Mount.

Deliberate Action

Be deliberate about improving in virtue; respond to opportunities for growth.

Intellect and Free Will

Intellect and free will enable humans to make moral choices.

Freedom in Moral Acts

Freedom allows humans to choose to act against their nature, unlike animals.

Moral Quality of Character

Character has a moral quality that reflects virtues like kindness and bravery.

Practicing Virtues

We grow in virtue by practicing good habits until they become second nature.

Examples of Sub-Virtues

Courage as an example of fortitude and gratitude as an example of justice.

Habit of Control

Temperance involves controlling desires across various aspects of life.

Moral Excellence

Virtues enable a person to act in a morally excellent way.

Jesus as the Perfect Man

Jesus is presented as the Perfect Man and the ultimate example of morality.

Self-Portrait of Christ

The Beatitudes reflect Jesus’ qualities and serve as a guide for personal growth.