THE TRINITY | Faith Exposed with Cardinal Tagle

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10 Jun 202206:07

Summary

TLDRThis script delves into the Christian doctrine of the Holy Trinity, explaining the concept of one God in three persons. It uses the shamrock and fire as metaphors to illustrate the unity and distinct roles of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The script traces the origins of this belief from the creation story to Jesus' teachings and the Great Commission, emphasizing the consubstantial nature of the Trinity. It concludes with a prayer for living a life that reflects faith in the Holy Trinity.

Takeaways

  • 🌟 The Christian faith celebrates the Holy Trinity, which is the belief in one God existing in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
  • 🍀 St. Patrick of Ireland used the shamrock, a plant with three interconnected leaves, as a symbol to illustrate the concept of the Holy Trinity.
  • 🔥 Another analogy provided is fire, which consists of flame, heat, and light, all distinct yet forming one element, to explain the unity within the Trinity.
  • 🙏 The Athanasian Creed emphasizes the belief in one God in the Trinity and the Trinity in unity, without confusing the persons or dividing the substance.
  • 🎓 The Catechism teaches that the three persons of the Trinity are consubstantial, meaning they are of one and the same divine essence or nature.
  • 👨‍👦‍👦 Each person of the Trinity has a unique existence and purpose, yet they are related to one another, forming one divine being.
  • 📜 The concept of the Trinity is not explicitly found in the scriptures, but traces of God's trinitarian nature can be found, such as in the creation story.
  • 📖 The scriptures hint at the Trinity through the presence of the Word (Logos) and the Spirit (Pneuma), working alongside the Creator.
  • 🕊 Jesus revealed the Trinity by discussing his relationship with the Father and the Holy Spirit, whom he would send after his ascension.
  • 🛑 The Great Commission instructed disciples to baptize in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the singularity of God.
  • 🙌 The mystery of the Trinity is central to Christian faith, signifying that God is our creator, savior, and life-giver.

Q & A

  • What is the central mystery of the Christian faith and life being celebrated in the script?

    -The central mystery being celebrated is the Most Holy Trinity, which refers to one God in three persons.

  • How did St. Patrick of Ireland illustrate the concept of the Holy Trinity?

    -St. Patrick used a shamrock, a plant with three interconnected leaves but one stem, to illustrate the unity of the three persons in one God.

  • What is another example used to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity?

    -Fire is another example, where flame, heat, and light are three components that form one element, each with its own purpose.

  • What does the term 'consubstantial' mean in the context of the Holy Trinity?

    -Consubstantial means 'of one and the same substance, essence, or nature,' referring to the unity of the three persons of the Trinity sharing the same divine essence.

  • What does the Athanasian Creed teach about the relationship between the three persons of the Trinity?

    -The Athanasian Creed teaches that the three persons of the Trinity are distinct but do not confuse the persons or divide the substance, maintaining one Godhead with equal glory and co-eternal majesty.

  • How is the belief in the Holy Trinity related to the creation story in the scriptures?

    -The creation story implies a trinitarian nature of God with the use of the phrase 'let us make man in our image,' suggesting the presence of more than one divine being in the creation process.

  • What role does the 'Word' or 'Logos' play in the scriptures in relation to the Holy Trinity?

    -The 'Word' or 'Logos' is part of the trinitarian nature of God, working with the creator and through whom all things were made.

  • How did Jesus reveal the Holy Trinity according to the script?

    -Jesus revealed the Holy Trinity by talking about His Father, who is one with Him, and the Holy Spirit, whom He would ask the Father to send to us.

  • What command did Jesus give to His disciples regarding the Holy Trinity before His ascension?

    -Jesus commanded His disciples to make disciples of all peoples and to baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the unity of God.

  • What is the significance of the term 'name' instead of 'names' in the context of baptism as mentioned in the script?

    -The use of 'name' instead of 'names' signifies the belief in the unity of God, despite the three distinct persons of the Holy Trinity.

  • What is the final prayer in the script asking for in relation to the understanding of the Holy Trinity?

    -The final prayer asks for the grace to live lives that bear witness to the faith, to not be wanting in hope, and to love God and neighbors evermore.

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