Our Search for Meaning and Belonging (Junior Cert Religious Education): Flashcards
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How does our image of God change throughout life?
How does our image of God change throughout life?
It evolves as our faith develops and matures
What is a common childhood image of God?
What is a common childhood image of God?
Elderly man sitting on throne in the clouds
What do those with mature faith understand about God?
What do those with mature faith understand about God?
God is the greatest mystery of all
What does Scripture use to describe God?
What does Scripture use to describe God?
Metaphors and images
Biblical image: God as comforting mother (Isaiah 49:15)
Biblical image: God as comforting mother (Isaiah 49:15)
Shows God's nurturing, protective love
Biblical image: Forgiving God (Luke 15:8-10)
Biblical image: Forgiving God (Luke 15:8-10)
Reveals God's mercy and grace
Biblical image: Protecting Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11-12)
Biblical image: Protecting Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11-12)
Demonstrates God's guidance and care
Biblical: God as rock (Psalm 18:2) emphasises what?
Biblical: God as rock (Psalm 18:2) emphasises what?
God's strength and reliability
What is the Shahadah?
What is the Shahadah?
Islamic declaration of faith
State the Shahadah
State the Shahadah
There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his prophet
What does the Qur'an represent in Islam?
What does the Qur'an represent in Islam?
The literal word of God
Key Islamic belief about God emphasised in Shahadah
Key Islamic belief about God emphasised in Shahadah
Oneness of God (Allah)