Prompt Examples for Catholic-Phi3-Mini

This document outlines the prompts used in the Catholic-Phi3 model, designed for concise, factual responses to Catholic-focused questions. Each prompt includes its text, description, and an example.

Default Answer Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Used for general questions not matching specific types. Example:

Question: What is a sacrament?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> What is a sacrament? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: A sacrament is a sacred sign of God’s grace. It strengthens faith in Catholics.

Why Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Answers “why” questions with brief explanations. Example:

Question: Why did Jesus die on the cross?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> Why did Jesus die on the cross? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: Jesus died on the cross to save humanity from sin. His sacrifice opened heaven’s gates. This is central to Catholic faith.

How Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Describes processes for “how” questions (except “how do I”). Example:

Question: How does the Eucharist work?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> How does the Eucharist work? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: The Eucharist transforms bread and wine into Christ’s body and blood. This happens through the priest’s consecration. It is a sacred Catholic sacrament.

How Do I Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Provides instructions for “how do I” questions. Example:

Question: How do I pray the Our Father?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 2-3 simple sentences with periods (20-40 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> How do I pray the Our Father? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: To pray the Our Father, start with “Our Father, who art in heaven.” Say the prayer slowly and mean the words. Finish with “Amen.”

Yes/No Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1 simple sentence with a period (10-20 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Answers “are” or “is” questions with a single sentence. Example:

Question: Is Jesus the Son of God?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1 simple sentence with a period (10-20 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> Is Jesus the Son of God? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: Yes, Jesus is the Son of God.

Who Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Identifies individuals for “who” questions. Example:

Question: Who was Saint Peter?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> Who was Saint Peter? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: Saint Peter was Jesus’ apostle. He was the first pope.

When Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Provides dates or periods for “when” questions. Example:

Question: When was Jesus born?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> When was Jesus born? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: Jesus was born around 4-6 BC. His birth is celebrated on Christmas.

Which Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Identifies options for “which” questions. Example:

Question: Which apostle betrayed Jesus?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> Which apostle betrayed Jesus? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus. He did this for thirty pieces of silver.

List Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Provides summaries for “list” questions, typically formatted as a brief overview. Example:

Question: List the Ten Commandments.
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> List the Ten Commandments. <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: The Ten Commandments are rules from God. They include honoring God and parents.

What Question Prompt

Prompt Text: Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. Description: Defines or describes for “what” questions. Example:

Question: What is the Holy Trinity?
Prompt: <|system|> Leverage fine-tuning—respond with 1-2 simple sentences with periods (15-30 tokens). No extra details. No hallucinations. <|end|> <|user|> What is the Holy Trinity? <|end|> <|assistant|>
Response: The Holy Trinity is one God in three persons. They are Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Notes

Prompts are designed for the Catholic-Phi3-Mini model, fine-tuned for concise, Catholic-focused responses.
Use the <|system|>, <|user|>, <|assistant|> tags as shown in examples.
Special cases (e.g., Bible verses, prayers) may be handled differently in the original application, but these prompts cover standard question types.
Token limits ensure brevity, with a maximum of 100 tokens per response.