Question

1. which of the following is not a correct definition of a creed?

a. it means \i believe\
b. it outlines the statements of faith of a particular religion
c. it is considered a \profession of faith\ in the catechism
d. a prayer for forgiveness

1. what was the main purpose of the nicene creed?

a. to define the structure of the catholic church
b. to preserve the apostles creed and reinforce the trinity
c. to summarize the teachings of jesus
d. to describe the sacraments of the church

1. when is the apostles creed most commonly recited?

a. during the reading of the gospel
b. at the beginning of the rosary
c. after the our father
d. during the celebration of the eucharist

1. when is the nicene creed most commonly recited?

a. at each sunday mass, after the priest gives a homily
b. on the day of pentecost
c. during the advent season
d. during the celebration of the eucharist

1. what is the main theme of the christmas episode of the chosen?

a. the military power of the roman empire
b. the ordinary humanity and faith of mary and joseph
c. the challenges of travel in ancient times
d. the importance of family support

Explanation:

1. A creed is a statement of faith; "credo" means "I believe", and it is defined as a profession of faith in Catholic catechism. A prayer for forgiveness is not its definition.
2. The Nicene Creed was created to counter heresies about the Trinity, while upholding the core of the Apostles' Creed.
3. The Apostles' Creed is traditionally recited at the start of the Rosary, as part of the introductory prayers.
4. The Nicene Creed is most commonly recited during the Eucharistic celebration (Mass), specifically after the Liturgy of the Word.
5. The Christmas episode of The Chosen focuses heavily on portraying Mary and Joseph as ordinary people with real doubts and unwavering faith, centering their human experience alongside the divine event.

Answer:

1. d. A prayer for forgiveness
2. b. To preserve the Apostles' Creed and reinforce the Trinity
3. b. At the beginning of the Rosary
4. d. During the celebration of the Eucharist
5. b. The ordinary humanity and faith of Mary and Joseph