The Cult of Saints: Historical and Theological Perspectives
  • 1. What is the primary role of saints in Christian theology?
A) Judges of the living and dead
B) Moral exemplars only
C) Prophets of the Old Testament
D) Intercessors between God and humans
  • 2. What criteria must a person meet to be canonized as a saint?
A) Military success
B) Demonstrated life of virtue and miracles
C) Wealth and influence
D) Noble birth
  • 3. Which saint is known as the patron of travelers?
A) Saint Jude
B) Saint Christopher
C) Saint Anthony
D) Saint Francis
  • 4. What is 'hagiography'?
A) Biographies of saints
B) Liturgical texts
C) Biblical exegesis
D) Church history studies
  • 5. Saint Augustine is known for his teachings on which concept?
A) Original sin
B) Transubstantiation
C) Purgatory
D) Predestination
  • 6. Saint Francis of Assisi is best known for his connection to what?
A) Literature
B) Military campaigns
C) Royalty
D) Nature and animals
  • 7. The term 'cult of saints' refers to what?
A) Public protests against saint veneration
B) A group of followers of a single saint
C) Theological disputes about saints
D) Veneration practices surrounding saints
  • 8. In what form did many early saints spread Christianity?
A) Political influence
B) Wealth distribution
C) Art and music
D) Martyrdom
  • 9. How does the Catholic Church typically determine sainthood?
A) Trial by fire
B) A popular vote among believers
C) Canonization process
D) Self-declaration
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