CLE 9 - Our Institutional Identity and the Gospels

This set of flashcards covers institutional identity terms, historical milestones like the Edict of Milan, the stages of Gospel formation, and the specific characteristics and symbols of the four Evangelists.

Philosophy

The underlying belief that guide institution's educational Approach

Vission

The Long term goals, specifically projecting $5$ years from now

Mission

The daily action taken to achieve the mention

Objectives

The specific, measurable targets set to ensure the mission is being Accomplished

Cross

Symbolizes victory, redemption, Forgiveness, and Sacrifice

In hoc signo Vinces

A phrase meaning "With this sign you shall conquer"

Constantine's Vision

A witnessed vision of the cross of light, symbolizing victory

Edict of Millan

A formal law that gave christians the Legal right, to practive their faith

Liberation of People

Refers to the liberation of people in egypt which lasted $430$ years

3 Kings

King Saul, King David, and King Solomon

Revelation

Also known as Apocalypse; a highly symbole library with a variety of intepretation

Gospel Stage 1

Jesus life in Palestine and His Public Ministry, which the Gospel was form written $30$ years after

Gospel Stage 2

Oral tradition characterized by Word of Mouth

Gospel Stage 3

The period when Written Gospels began to officially form

Synoptic Gospels

Gospels that "Seek together" and share many similarities ($Matthew$, $Mark$, and $Luke$)

St. Matthew

AKA Levi, a former Tax Collector who presents Jesus as the fulfillment of the old testement Prophecies

Winged man or angel

The symbol of St. Matthew representing Christ's humanity and incarnation

St. Luke

Author credited with writting the Acts of the Apostles, known for compassion and concern for the marginalized

Winged ox or bull

The symbol of St. Luke representing Christ's Sacrifice and strength

St. Mark

Author of the shortest and the Earliest Gospel, who depicts the role of the Suffiring Servant

Winged lion

The symbol of St. Mark representing Christ's royal dignity and ressurection

St. John

The Beloved Disciple and Youngest of the Apostles who presents Jesus as the incarnate word of God (Logos)

Eagle

The symbol of St. John representing the high-soaring and divine nature of Christ