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Vocabulary for Lesson 1 (Quiz 1a.3)

Write each word in the Vocabulary section of your notebook with room for a 2-3 line definition.

to keep holy

To devote yourself and anything of your person and life to the hearing and learning of God's Word, including a day, a time, a work, a place, or a thing.

The Holy Trinity

The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit who is the one true and living God. Love is His nature, which He extends to mankind in His words of creation, salvation, and sanctification. This feast day is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost.

swearing

To take an oath or use your word in support of lies or deception, including the teaching or condoning of false doctrine.

satanic arts (or witchcraft)

Anything that involves the occult or the seeking of knowledge, information, guidance, or pleasure from spirits other than God, including astrology, fortunetelling, séances, palm reading, Ouija boards, etc.

love

To desire the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.

Sabbath

The name of the seventh day of creation that literally means "day of rest." For the Christian, this word refers to the "rest" and "peace" which God now gives, for Christ's sake, through the hearing of His holy Word and the receiving of His sacraments.