Priesthood in the
Old Testament
Old Testament
What tribe were the priests in the Old Testament chosen from?
The tribe of Levi
Who is our High Priest in the New Testament?
Jesus Christ
Who is the head of all the clergy ranks in the Church?
The Patriarch (The Pope)
What are two main responsibilities of a priest besides performing sacraments?
Praying for the people and teaching by example
“If you forgive the sins of any, they are ______ them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” — John 20:23
forgiven
What was one of the main duties of Old Testament priests on behalf of the people?
To offer sacrifices for their sins
What did Jesus give His disciples before Pentecost to empower their ministry?
The Holy Spirit
What do the vestments of New Testament clergy symbolize?
Spiritual meanings and heavenly virtues
According to St. John Chrysostom, who us the job of priests to serve in the Church?
The Holy Spirit (Paraclete)
“He breathed on them and said to them, ‘Receive the ______ ______.’” — John 20:22
Holy Spirit
Who did Moses call to the ministry as the first High Priest?
Aaron
What sacrament did Jesus give the apostles when He said, “Do this in remembrance of Me”?
The Holy Eucharist (Communion)
Arrange these ranks from highest to lowest: Bishop, Deacon, Priest, Metropolitan.
Metropolitan → Bishop → Priest → Deacon
Why is the priesthood essential for our spiritual life and salvation?
Without priests, we wouldn’t have confession, communion, or spiritual guidance
“For the lips of a priest should keep ________, and people should seek the law from his mouth.” — Malachi 2:7
knowledge
Name two main roles Old Testament priests fulfilled for God and the people.
They represented the people before God and taught His laws
In John 20:22–23, what authority did Jesus give His disciples when He breathed on them?
The authority to forgive and retain sins
In the Old Testament, what did God say the priests’ garments were for?
For honor and beauty
Name all 7 sacraments that involve the priest.
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist (Communion), Confession, Matrimony, Anointing of the Sick, Priesthood
“Go therefore and make ______ of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” — Matthew 28:19
disciples