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Uts Module 9
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Martin Luther
MODULE
9
This module focuses on the spiritual dimension of the self. It broadly tackles the
different aspect of spirituality from existence, relatedness or connections, and the inner
soul
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This section discuss the nature of spirituality, how it is different from religiosity,
the factors that shape one’s spirituality, and its impact on oneself
The spiritual self is quite difficult to discover as it is impossible for every human
being to know the true will of God. People rely only on their faith and faith dictates that the
reason for leaving is to follow the works and examples of Jesus Christ. The life of Jesus
Christ on earth is a perfect example of what love is – love that is unconditional and without
limit, love that is willing to endure all pain. He sacrificed his life to save human kind and
from being God, he became man and died on the cross. His sacrifice shows selflessness.
This is the self that Jesus Christ wants people to follow.
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With these questions, there has to be an “architect” who constructed and designed
all these things in the universe. This supposition leads people to the idea of a god, or a
supreme being.
Religion introduces the concept of supreme beings (God, gods, or goddesses) as
cause or reason of all phenomena. The traditional concept based on Judaism,
Christianity, and Islam regards god as an independent being, the creator of the universe,
and distinct from the universe that this supreme being created. It is widely accepted that
this god is the highest being who shows concern for the suffering of humankind, the face
of justice that manifest ultimate forms of rationality and morality. All agree that this
supreme being is omnipotent (all-powerful), omniscient (all-knowing), and omnipresent
(everywhere at once). This god is regarded as the most merciful, most just, most patient,
and cannot be represented in any worldly form.
Religion has many functions such as providing sense of the world, strengthening
norms and identity, setting sanctions for individual behavior, and giving serenity in facing
life challenges.
Religious Ritual
Rituals are patterns of behavior or practices that are related to the sacred (Tischler,
2011). In Catholicism, rituals are called sacraments. There are seven sacraments,
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Finding and Creating Meaning in Life: Perspective from the Roman Catholics and
the Atheists
For the Roman Catholics, God is the architect and the designer of all things on earth. He
created the world according to his plans and purposes. He created the world out of his
love and everyone is called to follow his examples. Catholics also believe that human
existence on earth is temporary; faith gives the believers hope that in life after death they
will meet their Creator in a place where there is no sadness and pain, a place they call
heaven.
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On the contrary, what if there is no life after death? What if humans are just body
without soul? If these are not existing or real, will life have meaning? What if we are just
one of the species of animals bound to perish on a certain era? Are we still willing to
submit ourselves to religion and norms of society or will we live our life according to what
brings us happiness?
For existentialists, God is dead, there is no life after death, and life has no meaning.
They posit that it is the person who should create his or her own meaning of existence.
For Albert Camus, a well-known existentialist and atheist, human life is absurd. In this
context, the term absurd does not men illogical or unreasonable. He posited that life is
absurd because people constantly looking for answers, reasons, or justifications for the
good and the bad things happening in the world.
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Activity 1.1
Answer the questions below.
1. Do you believe in the existence of God? Explain your answer.
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Rubric
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Activity 1.2
Most Filipinos are Roman Catholics and their religious beliefs have significant influence
on their ideas about identity, essence, and purpose for existence. Explain your essence
and purpose for existence are exemplified by the song below. Otherwise, identify a
different song which reflects your essence and purpose of existence. Write your answer
below.
Sino Ako?
Fr. Jose Castañeda
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Activity 1.3
Complete the table by citing and describing different rituals and ceremonies that you have
experienced or witnessed.
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Answer
Activity 1.3
Rituals
1 Baptism (in the Christian Church) the religious rite of sprinkling water onto a person's
forehead or of immersion in water, symbolizing purification or regeneration and admission
to the Christian Church. In many denominations, baptism is performed on young children
and is accompanied by name-giving.
2 Holy Eucharist The Holy Eucharist is a sacrament and a sacrifice. In the Holy
Eucharist, under the appearances of bread and wine, the Lord Christ is contained,
offered, and received.
5 Anointing of the sick The anointing of the sick is administered to bring spiritual and
even physical strength during an illness, especially near the time of death. It is most likely
one of the last sacraments one will receive. A sacrament is an outward sign established
by Je y God’s grace to the recipient, through the power of the Holy Spirit. Christ to confer
inward grace. In more basic terms, it is a rite that is performed to convey.
7 Holy Order Catholic men who “take Holy Orders” receive a special sacrament
called Holy Orders, which creates the hierarchy of deacon, priest, and bishop. These men
(who are ordained by a bishop by means of that sacrament) serve the spiritual needs of
others in the Catholic Church.
Ceremonies
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3 Break the Sabbath to follow or not follow the rules about Sabbath.
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Watch a movie about sorcery and/or witchcraft. Based on the chosen movie, answer
the question below.
1. Where and when is the setting of the story? Who are the characters? Based on
these elements, from which culture does the film base its conception of sorcery or
witchcraft?
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2. How do the elements of the film achieve a seemingly realistic depiction of sorcery
or witchcraft?
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3. How does the movie present the concept of sorcery or witchcraft?
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1. Whatever your religion is, how do you practice your faith? (e.g., through prayer,
meditation, yoga, etc.)
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2. Do you believe in spirits? Supernatural forces? If yes, do you have a personal
encounter or experience with those forces? What did you do?
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Depth Student Student Student Student Student fully
does not mentions the answer the answer the
answer
address questions but question question question
the only briefly but only sufficiently
explains
question superficially and with
thoughts
and with some details
completely
few details and provides
supporting
details
Accuracy Student Students Student Student Student
provides provides provides provides provides
no some mostly mostly mostly
accurate information accurate accurate accurate
information but with information information information
several major but may with only with only
inaccuracies substance minor minor
and inaccuracies inaccuracies
misconception
References:
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Otig, V. S., Gallinero, W. B., Gimeno, F. C., & Garcia, M. R. (2019). A Holistic Approach in
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Brawner, D. G., & Arcega, A. F. 2018. Understanding the Self. C&E Publishing, Inc.
Macayan, J. V., Pinugu, JN. J., & Castillo, JC. D. (2018). Understanding the Self,
Outcome Based Module. C&E Publishing, Inc.
Degho, S. E., Degho, G. S., & Declaro, LJ. S. (2018) Understanding the Self, An Outcome
Based Workbook for College Students. Mutya Publishing House.
https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/teachings/qa-on-the-eucharist-178
https://www.franciscanmedia.org/sacrament-of-confirmation/
http://www.beginningcatholic.com/sacrament-of-reconciliation
https://www.catholic.com/tract/anointing-of-the-sick
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