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Ch. 2
Book of Genesis and First Creation Story
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Religious Studies
6th Grade
09/07/2009

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covenant
Definition
an agreement between God and his people
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genesis
Definition
beginning
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Book of Genesis
Definition
first book of the Bible, tells the beginning of God's relationship with humans
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symbol
Definition
something that stands for something else - tells deeper meaning of story - share ideas and beliefs about God - help tell a believable story
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human dignity
Definition
the value and worth that comes from being made in God's image
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free will
Definition
the freedom and ability to choose
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conscience
Definition
the ability to know the difference between good and evil, right and wrong
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personal
Definition
involved in our lives, knows us, tells us about himself, relationship, not object or idea
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eternal
Definition
God always was and always will be. - no beginning or end to God, God is changeless and timeless.
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all-powerful
Definition
God can do anything. God is perfect. God doesn't fail.
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all-knowing
Definition
God knows everything. He knows the past, present, and future, but He still lets us choose.
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ever-present
Definition
God is everywhere at all times.
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soul
Definition
an immortal, spiritual part of humans
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sin
Definition
a thought, word, deed, or omission against God's will
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original sin
Definition
the first sin that separated humans from God and brought suffering and death into the world
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steward
Definition
a person who has a responsibility to care for all of God's creations
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Advent
Definition
the season before Christmas
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Lent
Definition
the season before Easter
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ordinary time
Definition
the season between Easter and Advent
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the season after Lent
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Easter
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the season after Advent
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Christmas
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2nd Creation Story
Definition
In this story, God made humans from clay.
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2nd Creation Story
Definition
In this story, Adam and Eve live in the Garden of Eden.
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2nd Creation Story
Definition
In this story, God created man before animals.
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1st Creation Story
Definition
In this story, God rested on the 7th day.
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1st Creation Story
Definition
In this story, God created plants and animals before humans.
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both Creation stories
Definition
In this story, God created humans.
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both Creation stories
Definition
In this story, God made humans stewards of creation.
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1st Creation Story
Definition
In this story, God said, "Let there be light."
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