Paschal Mystery - Unit 1 Vocabulary Review

The biblical Revelation about the origins of sin in the world, expressed in the account of Adam and Eve in Genesis.

The original state of Adam and Eve before the Fall, of complete harmony with themselves, each other, and all creation.

The covenant or law established by God in Jesus Christ to fulfill and perfect the Old Covenant or Mosaic Law.

The tendency of all human beings toward sin, as a result of Original Sin.

The fallen state of human nature that affects every person born into the world, except Jesus and Mary.

A Latin word meaning “first gospel,” referring to the messianic promise made in Genesis 3:15.

The time before the invention of writing and recording of historical data.

A story that explains something's cause or origin.

An invitation or enticement to commit an unwise or immoral act.

The fallen angel or spirit of evil who is the enemy of God and the instigator of temptation and sin in the world.

The work of salvation accomplished by Jesus Christ mainly through his Passion, death, Resurrection, and Ascension.

The original state of human beings in their relationship with God, sharing in divine life, and full communion with him.

Our spiritual principle, it is immortal, and it is what makes us most like God.

A solemn agreement between two parties.

A literary form that uses symbolic images, stories, and names to point to a deeper truth.