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Thomism and Contemporary Theology

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What is the central idea of Thomism?

  1. The harmony of faith and reason

  2. The primacy of faith over reason

  3. The primacy of reason over faith

  4. The separation of faith and reason

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thomism emphasizes the harmony between faith and reason, asserting that they are complementary and mutually supportive.

Who is considered the founder of Thomism?

  1. Thomas Aquinas

  2. Albertus Magnus

  3. Duns Scotus

  4. William of Ockham

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thomas Aquinas is widely recognized as the founder of Thomism, a school of thought in Christian theology and philosophy.

What is the Five Ways proof for the existence of God?

  1. An argument from motion

  2. An argument from efficient causation

  3. An argument from contingency

  4. An argument from degrees of perfection

  5. All of the above

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Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The Five Ways proof is a series of five arguments presented by Thomas Aquinas to demonstrate the existence of God.

What is the concept of natural law in Thomism?

  1. A set of moral principles derived from human reason

  2. A set of moral principles derived from divine revelation

  3. A set of moral principles derived from both human reason and divine revelation

  4. A set of moral principles that are arbitrary and subjective

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Thomism, natural law refers to a set of moral principles that are accessible to human reason through observation of the natural world.

What is the relationship between faith and reason in Thomism?

  1. Faith and reason are independent and unrelated

  2. Faith is superior to reason and should always prevail

  3. Reason is superior to faith and should always prevail

  4. Faith and reason are complementary and mutually supportive

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Thomism emphasizes the harmony between faith and reason, asserting that they are complementary and mutually supportive.

What is the concept of analogy in Thomism?

  1. A way of understanding the relationship between God and creation

  2. A way of understanding the relationship between different creatures

  3. A way of understanding the relationship between different concepts

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Analogy in Thomism refers to a way of understanding the relationship between different entities, including God and creation, different creatures, and different concepts.

What is the concept of participation in Thomism?

  1. The idea that creatures participate in the being of God

  2. The idea that God participates in the being of creatures

  3. The idea that creatures participate in the being of each other

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Participation in Thomism refers to the idea that creatures participate in the being of God, meaning that they derive their existence and properties from God.

What is the concept of the common good in Thomism?

  1. The good that is shared by all members of a community

  2. The good that is achieved by the individual

  3. The good that is achieved by the state

  4. The good that is achieved by the Church

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The common good in Thomism refers to the good that is shared by all members of a community and that can only be achieved through cooperation and mutual support.

What is the concept of subsidiarity in Thomism?

  1. The principle that decisions should be made at the lowest possible level

  2. The principle that decisions should be made at the highest possible level

  3. The principle that decisions should be made by the individual

  4. The principle that decisions should be made by the state

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subsidiarity in Thomism refers to the principle that decisions should be made at the lowest possible level, allowing for greater autonomy and participation by individuals and local communities.

What is the concept of the person in Thomism?

  1. A rational animal

  2. A spiritual being

  3. A social being

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Thomism, the person is understood as a rational animal, a spiritual being, and a social being, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of human existence.

What is the concept of the soul in Thomism?

  1. The immaterial part of the human being

  2. The material part of the human being

  3. The union of the body and soul

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In Thomism, the soul is understood as the immaterial part of the human being, responsible for intellectual and spiritual activities.

What is the concept of the afterlife in Thomism?

  1. The continuation of the soul after death

  2. The resurrection of the body after death

  3. The union of the soul and body in heaven

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Thomism, the afterlife is understood as the continuation of the soul after death, the resurrection of the body after death, and the union of the soul and body in heaven.

What is the concept of grace in Thomism?

  1. A gift from God that enables us to do good

  2. A gift from God that enables us to avoid sin

  3. A gift from God that enables us to achieve salvation

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Thomism, grace is understood as a gift from God that enables us to do good, avoid sin, and achieve salvation.

What is the concept of the sacraments in Thomism?

  1. Visible signs of invisible grace

  2. Means of obtaining grace

  3. Means of increasing grace

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Thomism, the sacraments are understood as visible signs of invisible grace, means of obtaining grace, and means of increasing grace.

What is the concept of the Eucharist in Thomism?

  1. The real presence of Christ in the bread and wine

  2. A memorial of the Last Supper

  3. A sacrifice offered to God

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In Thomism, the Eucharist is understood as the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine, a memorial of the Last Supper, and a sacrifice offered to God.

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