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Theology Handout
2. 2nd COMMANDMENT (YOU SHALL NOT TAKE a. WORSHIP AS THE COE OF THE 3rd
THE NAME OF THE, LORD YOUR GOD IN VAIN) COMMANDMENT
a. SANCTITY OF THE NAME - Calls upon the Christians to perform their Sunday
- Name has a high value obligation of attending Church, celebrating unity
- Closely connected with the person id not totally with Christ through the Eucharist
identified with him/her
- Mission b. VIOLATIONS AGAINST THE 3rd COMMANDMENT
- Identity, dignity of a person - Anything that does not mount to honoring God
- Stood for the person
- God is a holy one, His name, intimately linked Anything that does not glorify God and respect the
with Him dignity of others must be avoided
- YHWH – too holy, Adonai (Lord)
- The name of God should be respected or revered D. MORAL RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS OTHERS IN
at all times THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
- Some people resort to using God’s name to lend 1. 4th COMMANDMENT (HONOR YOUR FATHER
credibility or support to their claim (convince AND YOUR MOTHER)
others) a. FAMILY AS THE MOST FUNDAMENTAL UNIT OF
- God Himself stands as His witness THE SOCIETY
- “In vain” – using lies or fabrications - Respecting and honoring one’s parents or elders
with a guarantee of individual blessings
b. VIOLATIONS AGAINST THE 2ND
COMMANDMENT b. FROM BIRTH TO PERPETUITY
- Using the name of God to curse or invoke - The moral duty towards parents extends even up
punishment to their old age, especially in times of illness and
- Casual use of God’s name in interjections and distress
curse - Parents are innately good and that they are
- Perjury pertains to a willful and voluntary act of primarily concerned for the well-being and welfare
telling something with the intention of not fulfilling of their children
it - It is a geared towards active obedience
- Children should listen to the wisdom of parents
- Inform your parents about serious decisions - Adultery = married(male) + single(female)
(paglipat ng religion, joining frats, getting married Pre-marital sex = single + single
or choosing your courses) Extra-marital sex = married + married
Concubinage = married(female) + single(male)
2. 5th COMMANDMENT (YOU SHALL NOT KILL) - Rape, Prostitution, pornography, masturbation,
a. PRIMACY OF LIFE oral sex, anal sex
- Dignity of human life – no one has the innate right
to take this away from his/her own self of from 4. 7th COMMANDMENT (YOU SHALL NOT STEAL)
others a. RESPECTING ONE’S PROPERTY
- Primacy of life is anchored on the fact that human - Virtues of temperance, justice and solidarity
beings are created in the image and likeness of God - Discern excessive attachment to material
- Corpuses of Marriage: Procreation, possessions = moderation
Companionship, Education of Children (Caring) - Worldly good, though important, must only
remain subordinate to the spiritual
b. VIOLATIONS AGAINST THE 5th COMMANDMENT - Justice – respect and dignity to what rightfully
- Murder and willful abortion or directly-willed belongs to others
abortion are the direct violations to this - Solidarity – accord to other what he/she wants
commandment others do to him/her, thus being consistent with
- Euthanasia – morally unacceptable the golden rule
- Atrocities committed against nature
- Any forms of destroying the environment are also b. VIOLATIONS AGAINST THE 7th COMMANDMENT
violations on the primacy of life - Cheating during exams, tampering documents,
- People are dependent on their environment work poorly done, asking additional allowance for a
- If these are amassed, abused and depleted, their requirement, kidnapping, exploitation(food and
chances of survival also decreases housing), stealing from public properties and social
structures, unjust wages, forgery of checks, tax
-God is the giver of Life and He alone is entitled to evasion, business fraud, willful damage of
end the life He has given properties, unsury, corruption, private abuse of
-Life is a gift from God, thus sacred, must strictly common goods
adhere to the Natural Law (natural way of dying)
-Though God looks at a person as special, He also Common good is essential for the survival of all,
values the bounty of the earth as a manifestation CFC further stresses the need for respect of dignity
of His glory and love to His people and integrity of creation or mother earth
6. 9th COMMANDMENT (YOU SHALL NOT COVET 7. CARE FOR GOD’s CREATION - stewards of
YOUR NEIGHBOR’S WIFE/HUSBAND) creation, care and protect for God’s creation, the
- Controlling one’s sexual desires care for environment is also an act of worship to
- Anyone who looks lustfully at a woman has God, JPIC (Justice, Peace and Integrity of creation)
already committed adultery within his/her – maintain the wholeness of creation
thoughts/ heart (Mt. 5:28)
- Fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desires and F. THE EIGHT BEATITUDES
that lust – put to death - Jesus gave the 8 beatitudes in His sermon on the
- Overcome lusty desires through 1. Chastity, 2. mountain side
Purity of intention, words and emotions, and 3. - St. Gregory of Nyssa – “Beatitude is a possession
Prayer of all things held to be good.”
- St. Augustine of Hippo – “Beatitudes as merely
a. VIOLATIONS AGAINST THE 9th COMMANDMENT the ideal for every Christian life.”
- Liberality in relation to purity , faithfulness and
modesty 1. 1st BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN
- Promiscuity – liberation in sexual power SPIRIT, FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN)
- Humility and dependence on God
7. 10th COMMANDMENT (YOU SHALL NOT COVET - Recognize their limitedness
YOUR NEIGHBOR’S GOODS) - Poor in spirit means being humble
- Excessive desire for material possession, desire - Calls one to the conversion of Christian faith
for earthly possessions and goods without limit - Prides runs contrary to this beatitude
- Envy – the sadness over others’ success and - Always think highly of others
possessions
- Modesty and contentment – when they see 2. 2nd BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO
others improving, they look at it as inspiration MOURN, FOR THEY WILL BE COMFORTED)
- Mourning refers to a contrite and repentant heart
E. SEVEN THEMES OF CATHOLIC SOCIAL - Mourning refers to a great deal of regrets over
TEACHINGS: FINDING RELEVANCE TO MODERN one’s sins, for these strain his/her relationship with
REALITY God – mourn over their sins, desire towards
1. LIFE AND DIGNITY OF THE HUMAN PERSON (5 & improvement
7) – dignity and worth of human life, respecting the - Mourning includes the recognition of sorrow –
sense of property of others by not stealing in any death of loved one, sickness and tragedy (certain
form things beyond his/her control)
- Mourns because of injustices happening around
2. CALL TO FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND - Mourn for those who suffer
PARTICIPATION (4 & 6) – maintaining bonds of the
family, importance and the roles of parents in the 3. 3rd BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THE MEEK, FOR
formation of the morality of every individual, THEY WIL INHERIT THE EARTH)
strengthening bonds within the community of faith - Humility and gentleness towards others
- Kindness and consideration towards others
3. RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY (5 & 7) - Patience towards others
- sanctity and sacredness of life affirms that each - Self-control and prudence
individual has natural rights which others must - Strength – one’s ability to control his/her
faithfully respond positively to thoughts and emotions
- Controlling one’s emotions in a dignified manner
4. OPTION FOR THE POOR AND THE VULNERABLE - Never boast before God
- fairness and justice, protects the poor and
vulnerable 4. 4th BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO
HUNGER AND THIRST FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS, FOR
THEY WILL BE SATISFIED)
5. DIGNITY OF WORK AND RIGHTS OF WORKERS - Hunger and thirst for righteousness – seeking God
- learn the value of hard work, respect the worth first
and dignity of others/workers
- Living morally upright life is a manifestation of Pope = whole church/ world
hunger for righteousness Cardinal = title
- Mother Theresa of Calcuta – addressed and Archbishop = Archdiocese/ like region
alleviated the needs of her people Bishop = diocese/ like municipality
Priest = parish/town/municipality
5. 5th BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THE MERCIFUL, Deacon =
FOR THEY WILL OBTAIN MERCY) Laity = not ordained leaders in the church
- “Do unto others as you would have them do unto
you.” 8. 8th BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO ARE
- Not easily cast judgment on others PERSECUTED FOR THE SAKE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS,
- Patience, perseverance and kindness towards FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN)
others - To stand up for truth and live a morally upright
- Being kind or good to someone, extends life
compassion - Persevere and stick to their faith
- God is the ultimate role model of mercy - Remain true and faithful to the teachings of Jesus
- Unconditional love and compassion - Guaranteed to experience persecution in the form
of hatred, opposition, abandonment and rejection
6. 6th BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN - Remain strong amidst adversaries and challenges
HEART, FOR THEY WILL SEE GOD) - When the odds get though, they must remain
- To guard their hearts from any sorts of impurities, true to their faith, through the grace of God
grudges, hatred and ungodly matters
- The heart is considered as the innermost part of a WHY DO WE HAVE 7 SACRAMENTS?
person. It is the seat of one’s thoughts and A. BAPTISM
emotions - forgiveness of sins (original and personal) *Psalm
- “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines 51:5-7
the course of your life.” (Proverbs 4:23) - membership to God’s family
- Heart overflow with love, empathy and
compassion B. CONFIRMATION
- Pope John Paul II – life of purity through his - first confirmation – Pentecost *Acts 2
prayerful life, not fear the truth for the truth is the - prayer and laying on of hands *Acts 8:14-17
guarantee for liberty
- Blessed Mother Theresa of Calcuta spent most of C. HOLY EUCHARIST
her time with the sick, desolate and dying - last supper
- Jesus the bread of life/ accepting Jesus personally
7. 7th BEATITUDE (BLESSED ARE THE through the holy communion *John 6:35, 48. 51,
PEACEMAKERS, FOR THEY WILL BE CALLED 53. 53
CHILDREN OF GOD) - commemoration
- Peacemakers strive to bridge gaps and heal
breaches between conflicting parties D. HOLY ORDERS
- Seek justice even at the risk of conflict - priesthood of Christ *Letter to Hebrew 4:14-16,
- Peace comes from the Hebrew word , Shalom – 5:5-10, 7:26-27, 9:11-12, 14
absence of strife and evil and the presence of all
good things E. PENANCE
- State of harmony, tranquility and unity as it exists - * John 20:21-23
between two parties
- Peacemaker establishes harmonious relationships F. MATRIMONY/MARRIAGE
among people, chooses to show love, sympathy - *Gen. 2:24, Mt. 19:5-6, Ephesians 5:21-33
and compassion rather than judgment and hatred,
extend understanding G. ANOINTING OF THE SICK
- Mahondas Karamchand Gandhi – replace violence - *James 5:14-17
with love
God’s grace will take care or assist you from birth
Hierarchy = ranks to death especially during your peek moments or
Pope Priest stages in life
Cardinal Deacon
Archbishop Laity
Bishop