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