ARK Theological Concepts 3

Question 1

The theological concept of 'prevenient grace' in Wesleyan/Arminian theology refers to:

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Grace that goes before and enables a person to respond to God

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Grace given after baptism

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The grace of final perseverance

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Sacramental grace

Question 2

What does the theological term 'hypostatic union' describe?

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The union of divine and human natures in one person of Christ

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The unity of the Trinity

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The union of the church with Christ

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The relationship between the Father and Son

Question 3

In Jewish theology, the concept of 'tselem Elohim' (image of God) implies that:

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Every human being has inherent dignity as bearer of the divine image

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God has a physical form like humans

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Only righteous people reflect God's image

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The soul is identical to God

Question 4

The term 'theodicy' refers to the theological attempt to:

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Justify God's goodness in the face of evil and suffering

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Prove God's existence from natural evidence

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Define God's transcendence

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Explain divine revelation

Question 5

In Hindu philosophy, 'maya' refers to:

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The cosmic illusion or appearance that veils ultimate reality

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Spiritual liberation

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Moral duty

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Divine love

Question 6

The theological debate between 'infralapsarianism' and 'supralapsarianism' concerns:

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The logical order of divine decrees in Calvinist predestination

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Whether salvation is by faith or works

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The nature of original sin

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Whether baptism is necessary for salvation