Many of Thomas' Parables Represent Later,more Developed Forms of Jesus

question 15

True/False

Many of Thomas' parables represent later,more developed forms of Jesus' teachings.

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Definitions:

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision or the state of being self-governing and independent.

Erikson

A developmental psychologist known for his theory on the psychosocial development of humans.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals, groups, or even nations to cope with realities and to maintain self-image.

Intellectualization

A defense mechanism where reasoning is used to block confrontation with an unconscious conflict and its associated emotional stress, where thinking is used to avoid feeling.