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The Relationship Between Scholasticism and Mysticism

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What is the primary focus of Scholasticism?

  1. The study of the natural world

  2. The study of the human soul

  3. The study of the divine

  4. The study of logic and language


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Scholasticism is a philosophical and theological movement that originated in the Middle Ages. It is characterized by its emphasis on the use of reason and logic to understand the nature of God and the world.

What is the primary focus of Mysticism?

  1. The study of the natural world

  2. The study of the human soul

  3. The study of the divine

  4. The study of logic and language


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mysticism is a spiritual practice that seeks to achieve union with the divine. It is characterized by its emphasis on the importance of personal experience and intuition.

How are Scholasticism and Mysticism related?

  1. They are completely unrelated.

  2. They are opposed to each other.

  3. They are complementary to each other.

  4. They are the same thing.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Scholasticism and Mysticism are often seen as being opposed to each other, but they can also be seen as being complementary. Scholasticism provides a rational framework for understanding the divine, while Mysticism provides a personal and experiential understanding of the divine.

Which of the following is a key figure in Scholasticism?

  1. Thomas Aquinas

  2. Meister Eckhart

  3. Hildegard of Bingen

  4. John Duns Scotus


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thomas Aquinas is one of the most important figures in Scholasticism. He is known for his Summa Theologica, which is a comprehensive work of theology that attempts to synthesize the teachings of Aristotle with the teachings of the Christian faith.

Which of the following is a key figure in Mysticism?

  1. Thomas Aquinas

  2. Meister Eckhart

  3. Hildegard of Bingen

  4. John Duns Scotus


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Meister Eckhart is one of the most important figures in Mysticism. He is known for his teachings on the importance of detachment from the world and the union of the soul with God.

What is the goal of Scholasticism?

  1. To understand the nature of God

  2. To achieve union with God

  3. To develop a rational framework for understanding the world

  4. To improve the human condition


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of Scholasticism is to understand the nature of God and the world. It seeks to do this by using reason and logic to analyze the teachings of the Christian faith.

What is the goal of Mysticism?

  1. To understand the nature of God

  2. To achieve union with God

  3. To develop a rational framework for understanding the world

  4. To improve the human condition


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The goal of Mysticism is to achieve union with God. It seeks to do this through personal experience and intuition.

How does Scholasticism view the relationship between faith and reason?

  1. Faith and reason are opposed to each other.

  2. Faith and reason are independent of each other.

  3. Faith and reason are complementary to each other.

  4. Faith is more important than reason.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Scholasticism views faith and reason as being complementary to each other. It believes that reason can be used to understand the teachings of faith, and that faith can provide a foundation for reason.

How does Mysticism view the relationship between faith and reason?

  1. Faith and reason are opposed to each other.

  2. Faith and reason are independent of each other.

  3. Faith and reason are complementary to each other.

  4. Faith is more important than reason.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysticism views faith as being more important than reason. It believes that reason can only lead to a limited understanding of the divine, and that faith is necessary for a true understanding of God.

What is the role of the individual in Scholasticism?

  1. The individual is responsible for their own salvation.

  2. The individual is part of a larger community.

  3. The individual is subject to the authority of the Church.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism believes that the individual is responsible for their own salvation, but it also believes that the individual is part of a larger community and is subject to the authority of the Church.

What is the role of the individual in Mysticism?

  1. The individual is responsible for their own salvation.

  2. The individual is part of a larger community.

  3. The individual is subject to the authority of the Church.

  4. The individual has a direct relationship with God.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysticism believes that the individual has a direct relationship with God. It does not believe that the individual is responsible for their own salvation or that they are subject to the authority of the Church.

What is the role of the Church in Scholasticism?

  1. The Church is the sole authority on matters of faith and morals.

  2. The Church is a community of believers.

  3. The Church is a means of grace.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism believes that the Church is the sole authority on matters of faith and morals, that it is a community of believers, and that it is a means of grace.

What is the role of the Church in Mysticism?

  1. The Church is the sole authority on matters of faith and morals.

  2. The Church is a community of believers.

  3. The Church is a means of grace.

  4. The Church is irrelevant.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysticism believes that the Church is irrelevant. It does not believe that the Church is the sole authority on matters of faith and morals, that it is a community of believers, or that it is a means of grace.

What is the legacy of Scholasticism?

  1. It helped to shape the development of Western thought.

  2. It led to the Protestant Reformation.

  3. It is still practiced today.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism helped to shape the development of Western thought, led to the Protestant Reformation, and is still practiced today.

What is the legacy of Mysticism?

  1. It helped to shape the development of Western spirituality.

  2. It led to the development of new religious movements.

  3. It is still practiced today.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mysticism helped to shape the development of Western spirituality, led to the development of new religious movements, and is still practiced today.

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