Old Testament
Who was Jacob's grandfather?
Abraham
What was the first miracle our Lord Jesus Christ did?
Changing the water into wine
The rod of Aaron is a symbol of who?
St. Mary
Which feast occurs on September 11th each year?
Coptic New Year (Nayrouz)
The incense rising in the church is a symbol of what?
Our prayers going up to Heaven
Who said, "Your God shall be my God"?
Ruth
What are the names of Lazarus' sisters?
Mary & Martha
Who was the first martyr?
St. Stephen
Which minor feast of the Lord takes place during Holy Week?
Covenant Thursday
What is the plate that holds the Holy Body during the Divine Liturgy called?
The Paten
What did God change Jacob's name to?
Israel
When our Lord Jesus Christ fed the 5000 people, how many baskets of food remained?
12 baskets were left over
How many virgins lived with St. Demiana?
40
How many days after the Resurrection Feast do we celebrate the Feast of Ascension?
40 days
What 3 ingredients make Holy Bread (Orban)?
Flour, water, and yeast
How many sons did Gideon have?
70
How many books are in the New Testament?
27
How many times did St. Pishoy meet our Lord Jesus Christ?
Twice (washed His feet and carried Him on the mountain)
What are the 7 major feasts of the Lord?
1. Annunciation
2. Nativity
3. Theophany
4. Palm Sunday
5. Resurrection
6. Ascension
7. Pentecost
How many bells are on the censer and what do they represent?
12 bells, 12 disciples
When Samuel was called by the Lord as a child, who did he think was calling?
Eli the Priest
What are the fruits of the Spirit?
Love, joy, peace, longsuffering (patience), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control
St. Athanasius defended the heresy of _____ at the council of Nicaea.
Arius
What are the 7 minor Feasts of the Lord?
1. Circumcision
2. Entry into the Temple
3. Entry into Egypt
4. Wedding at Cana of Galilee
5. Transfiguration
6. Covenant Thursday
7. Thomas Sunday
What are the 7 sacraments?
1. Baptism
2. Confirmation
3. Eucharist (Communion)
4. Repentance & Confession
5. Unction of the Sick
6. Matrimony (Marriage)
7. Priesthood