Religion

Got it. Here is just the quick-reference study guide for the core terms to help you review the facts for Parts A, B, and C:

### Core Topic Quick Guide

* **The Bible:** The sacred, inspired word of God consisting of the Old and New Testaments.

* **Sermon on the Mount:** The famous collection of Jesus' ethical teachings found in the Gospel of Matthew (Chapters 5–7), which includes the Beatitudes.

* **The Beatitudes:** Eight blessings recounted by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount that serve as a blueprint for Christian living and true happiness.

* **7 Deadly Sins:** The root vices that separate us from God and lead to other sins: *Pride, Envy, Wrath, Sloth, Greed, Gluttony, and Lust*.

* **7 Antidotes (Heavenly Virtues):** The spiritual habits used to conquer the deadly sins: *Humility, Kindness/Gratitude, Patience, Diligence, Charity/Generosity, Temperance, and Chastity*.

* **The Good Samaritan:** A parable taught by Jesus emphasizing that our "neighbor" is anyone in need, regardless of race, background, or differences.

* **The Prodigal Son:** A parable illustrating God's boundless mercy, unconditional love, and willingness to forgive us when we return to Him.

* **Forgiveness:** The conscious, spiritual choice to release resentment or vengeance toward someone who has harmed you, mirroring Christ’s mercy.

* **Gratitude:** The spiritual practice of recognizing and being thankful for the blessings, gifts, and grace given to us by God and others.

* **Laudato Si’:** Pope Francis' encyclical letter focusing on care for our common home, human ecology, and global environmental protection.

* **Lent & Easter:** *Lent* is the 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving leading up to *Easter*, which is the celebration of Jesus Christ's resurrection from the dead.

* **Pentecost:** The celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles, often called the "birthday of the Church".

* **St. Joan of Arc:** A patron saint of France who courageously followed divine visions to lead the French army, demonstrating immense faith and fortitude.

* **St. Vincent de Paul:** A patron saint of charitable societies who dedicated his life to serving the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized.