Religion Studyguide

When was St. Dominic born?

1170

Where was St. Dominic born?

Calaruega, Spain

Who were the parents of St. Dominic?

Jane de Aza & Felix Guzman

Where did Jane de Aza go before Dominic was born?

St. Dominic of Silos

What was Jane de Aza's dream?

Her son running as a swift greyhound throughout the world carrying a torch illuminating the world.

What did Jane's dream mean?

Her child was going to spread the word of God with the people.

What was Dominic's godmother's dream?

A child with a star on his forehead shedding light to all people.

What did the godmother's dream mean?

Dominic was going to spread God's light and love to the world.

What path was chosen for Dominic?

A clerical career (a priest).

At what age was this path chosen for Dominic?

7 years old.

Where did St. Dominic go to university?

University of Palencia.

What was Dominic's response to the famine in Palencia?

Dominic sold everything he owned, including his books.

What is the Rule of St. Augustine?

Allowed people to depend on the community for what is needed, like food, clothing, and shelter.

What is the main message of the Rule of St. Augustine?

All is held in common.

What beliefs were part of the Albigensian Heresy?

1. Two gods, one good and one evil. 2. No Trinity. 3. Human body is evil. 4. Suicide is acceptable. 5. Marriage discouraged. 6. Harsh penances encouraged.

When was the Order of Preachers established?

What is the abbreviation of the Order of Preachers?

O.P.

What does 'Veritas' mean in Latin?

Truth.

What does 'Veritas' symbolize?

Honesty, integrity, and the pursuit of truth.

What does 'Caritas' mean in Latin?

'Charity' or 'Love'.

What does 'Caritas' symbolize?

Selflessness, unconditional love, and care for others.

What are the four pillars of Dominican Life?

Prayer, Study, Community, and Mission.

What is prayer?

Sharing thoughts with God and worshipping Him.

What is an example of prayer in MSDA?

Morning mass every month.

What is study?

Learning new things each day in different classes.

What is an example of study in MSDA?

Paying attention in class.

What is community?

Having each other's backs and supporting one another.

What is an example of community in MSDA?

Giving someone a hug when they look upset.

What is mission?

A place or things aspiring to achieve something.

What is an example of mission in MSDA?

Donating canned goods to food shelters.

What was the story of Dominic and women a sign of?

Dominic met 9 women who begged him to teach about Jesus.

What was the church chosen for the women?

Notre Dame.

What does Notre Dame mean?

Our Lady.

Where was the church located?

Prouille, France.

Where did Dominic kneel for help?

A hilltop in Fanjeaux, France.

What was the sign he received?

A globe of fire that began to spin in the sky.

How did the Dominican sisters get to America?

By boat from Germany.

What was the convent in Germany called?

Holy Cross Convent.

What happened to the sisters when they arrived at the dock in New York?

Nobody was there to meet them; they had to show a letter from Mother Benedicta.

When was MSDA started?

What convent did they first go to?

Williamsburg, Brooklyn (Mother Teresa).

What did Mother Catherine create?

St. Dominic Academy 1878.

What was the name of the college started by the Sisters?

Caldwell College.

What was the name of the first all-girls school started by the Sisters?

Saint Dominic Academy.

Why did the sisters leave Jersey City for Caldwell?

An outbreak of tuberculosis and bad air quality.

What was Caldwell commonly referred to?

The Denver of the East.

Who invited the sisters to 'cross the river' and teach in New Jersey?

Father Kraus.

What is original holiness and justice?

God creates humanity to be in union with him and each other.

What is original sin?

The sin of the first human beings who disobeyed God's commands.

What are the effects of original sin?

Loss of holiness and being subject to death.

What are angels?

Spirits created with intelligence and free will.

What did the angels do?

They prevented Abraham from sacrificing his son Isaac.

What surrounds human life?

The watchful care and intercession of angels.

What are fallen angels?

Angels who rejected God, commonly referred to as Satan.

What is concupiscence?

The tendency toward sin and its continuing cycle.

What led to concupiscence?

Original sin.

What is personal sin?

When an individual knowingly chooses to do something wrong.

What is communal sin?

When a group participates in actions harming others or moral values.

What is etiology?

A story explaining something's cause or origin.

What is figurative language?

Literary form using symbolic images and stories to point to a deeper truth.

What is Protoevangelium?

God promises to conquer evil.

What were Adam & Eve before the fall?

1. No pain. 2. No shame or judgement. 3. Everything was provided to them.

What were Adam & Eve after the fall?

1. Pain encountered. 2. Realized they were naked. 3. Suffered shame and judgement.

What is the story of Adam and Eve?

They ate from the forbidden tree and fell into a state of sin.

What did the state of sin do to Adam & Eve?

Separated them from God and each other.

Who were Cain and Abel?

Cain was a farmer; Abel was a shepherd.

What happened between Cain and Abel?

Cain killed Abel out of jealousy.

What is Noah's Ark story?

God sent a flood due to the world's wickedness, saving Noah and two of every kind of animal.

How long did it rain during the flood?

40 days and 40 nights.

What is a covenant?

A solemn agreement between humans or between God and humans.

What is the Easter Vigil?

The night before Easter when the church is lit in darkness.

What is the Paschal Candle?

A symbol of the risen Christ.

What does exultet mean?

A joyous hymn sung during the Easter Vigil celebrating the resurrection.

What is a paradox?

A statement that seems contradictory but reveals a deeper truth.

Who is referred to as the Messiah?

Jesus Christ.

What is Messianic hope?

The belief that a Messiah will come to bring peace, justice, and salvation.

What is a Paschal Lamb?

The lamb sacrificed during the first Passover.

What does Paschal Mystery refer to?

The life, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ.

What is Passover?

A Jewish holiday celebrating God's freedom of the Israelites from slavery.

What does 'O Happy Fault' refer to?

If Adam and Eve had not sinned, Jesus would not have come as our redeemer.

What are two-sided covenants?

Agreements where both parties have responsibilities.

What are one-sided covenants?

Agreements where only one party has responsibilities.

What is the story of Abraham and Sarah?

God's promise to make Abraham the father of many nations.

What sign was given for the covenant with Abraham?

Circumcision of Jewish men.

What is the sign of covenant with Noah?

Rainbow.

What was God's promise to Noah?

To never flood the whole earth again.

How did David defeat Goliath?

Using a slingshot.

What was the covenant with David?

The Messiah would come from the house of David.

What was the sign of covenant at Mount Sinai?

The sprinkling of blood over the people.

What did the Sinai covenant renew?

The covenant with Abraham’s descendants.

What is atonement?

The process of making amends for wrongdoings.

What does atonement mean in Christianity?

Jesus' sacrificial death restoring the relationship between humanity and God.

What is reparation?

Making amends for wrongdoings or harm caused.

Who were the prophets?

Individuals chosen by God to deliver messages or warnings.

What does sacrifice mean?

The act of giving up something valuable for a greater good.

What was the Sanhedrin?

The supreme Jewish council in ancient Israel.

What was the importance of the Sanhedrin?

They played a key role in the trial of Jesus.

What is a scapegoat?

A person unfairly blamed for the problems of others.

What is Yom Kippur?

The Day of Atonement in Judaism.

What is the origin of Yom Kippur?

Rooted in ancient practices of atonement in Leviticus.