Nayrouz
What does "Nayrouz" mean?
Coptic New Year
This was Peter's job before he became a disciple of Jesus
fisherman
Who was Andrew's brother?
Peter
What was St. George's profession before he became a martyr?
Officer in the Roman army
Who is known as "the Prince of Martyrs?"
St. George
Who was the first martyr?
St. Stephen
This was Peter's original name
Simon
Which of the disciples was introduced to Jesus through Andrew?
Peter
Which creature is St. George most famous for fighting?
Dragon
What was the most common form of martyrdom?
beheading
What are the 4 symbols of red dates, and what do they represent?
Red = martyrs' blood
White = purity
Stony seed = strong faith
Head of the date = crown
What did Peter do before Jesus' crucifixion?
He denied Jesus 3 times
True or False: Andrew was one of the last disciples to follow Jesus
False; he was one of the first
How many years did St. George get tortured?
7 years
Who is known as "the Seal of Martyrs?"
Pope Peter
The Coptic Church is known as...
The church of martyrs
After Jesus' ascension, Peter became the leader of this group
the Apostles
How did Andrew help in the miracle of feeding the 5000?
He pointed out the boy carrying the 5 loaves and 2 fish
Which Emperor persecuted St. George?
Emperor Diocletian
Aside from St. George, whose relics do we have in our church?
the Martyrs of Akhmim
The word "martyr" is another word for...
Witness (for Christ)
What happened to Peter during the storm on the Sea of Galilee?
He tried to walk on water with Jesus
Who did Andrew follow before becoming Jesus' disciple?
John the Baptist
After many unsuccessful attempts to kill St. George, the emperor called the best magician who gave him poison, what was the result?
St. George was completely fine and the magician converted to Christianity
How can we become martyrs without physical persecution?
Resisting temptations