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life of a hermit; a man or woman who practices extreme solitude |
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the group of psalms, hymns, prayers, biblical and spiritual reading formulated by the Church for chant or recitation at stated times every day. Also called the Liturgy of the Hours |
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a term descriptive of the political or economic system of the early Middle Ages based on land tenure |
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the seven permanent dispositions that make us docile to follow the promptings of the Holy Spirit |
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the liturgical season of forty days which begins with Ash Wednesday and ends with the celebration of the Paschal Mystery. |
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the belief in and worship of many gods |
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architectural style in which ribs support thin stone panels that make up the roof |
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the theology and philosophy of the Middle Ages under the influence of Aristotle and early early Christian writers |
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infused gifts given by God and centered on Him: Faith, Hope, and Charity |
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highest stage of spiritual development involving closer union of desires, soul, and prayer life with God |
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The value and worth that we share because God created us in his image and likeness. We reflect his love and eternal goodness. |
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The law of God withing us, which allows us to choose right from wrong. |
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Our ability to choose the difference between good and evil. |
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The first sin committed by the first human beings. |
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A life of happiness with God forever. |
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