The Discalced Carmelites
  • 1. What is the main spiritual focus of the Discalced Carmelites?
A) Contemplative prayer
B) Missionary work
C) Academic study
D) Social activism
  • 2. Which saint is known for his writings on the spiritual life in the Discalced Carmelite tradition?
A) St. Ignatius of Loyola
B) St. Francis de Sales
C) St. Augustine
D) St. John of the Cross
  • 3. What does 'discalced' mean?
A) Non-violent
B) Poorly dressed
C) Barefoot
D) Missionary
  • 4. Which devotion is particularly important to the Discalced Carmelites?
A) Devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel
B) Devotion to the Sacred Heart
C) Devotion to the Immaculate Conception
D) Devotion to the Holy Family
  • 5. In what region did the Discalced Carmelites primarily originate?
A) Portugal
B) Italy
C) Spain
D) France
  • 6. What type of vows do Discalced Carmelites take?
A) Public vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience
B) Temporary vows only
C) Vows of silence
D) Vows of martyrdom
  • 7. Which form of life do most Discalced Carmelites lead?
A) Cloistered
B) Missionary
C) Active in parishes
D) Secularized
  • 8. What is the significance of the brown scapular in the Discalced Carmelite tradition?
A) It indicates religious ordination
B) It is a sign of pilgrimage
C) It symbolizes devotion to Mary
D) It represents social status
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