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