Unit one theology

The investigation of truths and principles using human reason.

A Greek word meaning “five books/scrolls.” It is used to refer to the first five books of the Bible.

The belief, in opposition to Christian doctrine, that God and nature are one and the same.

The state of man and woman before sin.

The guidance of the Holy Spirit that enabled the human authors to record faithfully, and without error

The living transmission of the Church’s Gospel message found in the Church’s teaching, life, and worship.

A Greek word meaning “to lead.” It is the study or the explanation of a biblical book or passage.

A word that literally means “ransom.” Jesus’ Death is a ransom that defeated the powers of evil.

The Law handed down to the Chosen People by God that they were to live in response to his covenant with them.

The heritage of faith contained in Sacred Scripture and Tradition,

Stories or myths about the origins of earth, humans or other creatures, languages and cultures

The official teaching office of the Church

The inspired Word of God

The way God communicates knowledge of himself to human kind.

The belief, in opposition to Christian doctrine, that there are many Gods.

The story of God’s saving actions in human history.