Old Testament
Why did all sacrifices have to be perfect and without blemish?
Because it resembles the Perfect sacrifice of the Son of God
How many books did St. Paul write in the New Testament?
13
What was the separation of the Catholic and Orthodox Church called?
The great Schism
Which saint is known for slaying a dragon?
St. George
How many "pokes" are put in the Orban and what do they resemble?
5...the 5 injuries of Christ on the cross
Two times in which someone was sold for 30 pieces of silver?
Joseph and Jesus
Fill in the blank from the book of Ephesians, " A husband should love his wife as_______ loves______"
Jesus...the Church
How many ecumenical councils have there been in the orthodox church?
7
Where was St. John the Apostle exiled to?
Pathmos
What is one reason we look toward the East?
It's stated in the Discolia...Jesus is the Sun(Maliciah 2:4) and the sun comes from the east, the garden of Eden was near the East (St. Basil), waiting for the second coming of Christ from the East (revelation), Jesus was crucified facing the west so we look at him facing the east(St. Athanasius the apostle)
How old was Sara when she died
127
Why was St. Paul's defense when the crowds wanted to beat him with sticks?
Because he was a Roman citizen
In the presence of which Pope did the Body of Christ disappear off of the alter?
St. Severus of Antioch
Whos feast day is celebrated on August 22?
The Virgin St. Mary
What is one reason a priest wash his hands before the beginning of the liturgy and who does this represent in the NT
He's washing his hands from anyone who takes the body and blood without being worthy. It represents a Pontius Pilate. ( or he is cleansing his hands before touching the sacred mysteries)
Who was this verse said to and why? "Who made you ruler and judge over us"
Moses...When he was breaking up between the two Hebrews.
In the parable of the Wedding banquet what is meant by " The Wedding Garment"
Baptism
Who wrote the Nicene Creed, when, and where?
What is the name of the Saint who performed a liturgy on the banks of the Nile River?
Pope Peter El- Gawly
What do the censor, incense, and chains on the censor symbolize?
St. Mary...The incense is the people's prayers, and the three chains resemble the Trinity
What was the significance of all the altars that Abraham built in his life?
They marked all the places where God appeared or spoke to him
What is the name mentioned for the god of the money in the Bible
Mammon
Explain two examples used to explain the trinity?
Equilateral triangle and Sun
Who is credited as the first monk in the Orthodox faith? ;)
ST. ANTONY
Name three things on the Orban?
One big cross, 12 crosses(disciples) Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, MIddle ispadekon (The Master)