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What are the resources of the Coptic Orthodox Teaching? Mention at least 3
The Holy Bible
Church Tradition
Liturgy
Biography and Teachings of Church Fathers
Canons of the Ecumenical Councils
What major event occurs after Solomon’s reign?
Division of the kingdom
How did God create man differently than all the other creatures ?
Man is the only creature into whom God breathed the breath of life from His mouth.
How many readings does the Liturgy have? How many are from the Holy Bible?
The Holy Liturgy has 10 readings (9 from the Holy Bible)
What was the primary source St. Severus used to defend and preserve the pure faith?
The Holy Bible
What is the difference between using AI for learning and cheating?
Learning involves asking questions and clarifying concepts, while cheating includes asking for answers or solutions to assignments or exams.
We _____ You, our ______ King, for You have granted us to _____ this day in ___, and ____ us to the evening ______, and made us _____ to behold ______ until evening.
We thank You, our compassionate King, for You have granted us to pass this day in peace, and brought us to the evening thankfully, and made us worthy to behold daylight until evening.
Who were the heroes of the faith mentioned in the text? (4) mention at least 3
St. Athanasius
St. Cyril
St. Dioscorus
St. Samuel the Confessor
How was Elijah honored by God?
He was present at the Transfiguration of the Lord on Mount Tabor and ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire.
What is the Nature of Christ?
He is fully divine and fully human in one nature.
What is the meaning of the word “Katamarus” in Greek?
“Katamarus” is a Greek word, ‘kata’ means “according to,” and ‘meros’ means “part.”
What spiritual practices did St. Severus follow during his academic career?
He fasted every day and spent most of his nights in church.
What is the goal of Artificial Intelligence according to the text?
To mimic human intelligence, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and translation between languages.
And _____ also came out of many, ___ out, and saying, "You are ____, the ___ of God!" And He, ____ them, did not ____ them to speak, for they _____ that He was _____.
And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, "You are Christ, the Son of God!" And He, rebuking them, did not allow them to speak, for they knew that He was Christ.
What are the qualities of an Orthodox believer? (5)
1. Filled with Christ
2. Filled with the Holy Bible
3. Filled with the Holy Orthodox Church
4. Filled with the Church Fathers
5. Integrated
Where did Elijah confront the prophets of Baal and Asherah, and what challenge did he propose?
On Mount Carmel. Elijah proposed that both he and the prophets of Baal prepare a bull on wood without fire, pray to their god, and the god who answered with fire would be the true God.
Which Bible verse reference is referring to the consequence Adam and Eve and their descendants received because of sin?
“For the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23)
How many major and minor feasts are there? What are they?
Major Feasts of the Lord (7)
Annunciation, Nativity, Epiphany/Theophany, Palm Sunday, Resurrection, Ascension, Pentecost
Minor Feasts of the Lord (7)
Circumcision, Wedding at Cana of Galilee, Presentation of the Lord in the Temple, Covenant Thursday, Thomas Sunday, Entrance of the Lord into Egypt, Transfiguration
Name three key topics St. Severus wrote and taught about.
The nature of God, Christ’s relationship with the Church, and the Holy Sacraments.
What are Appropriate Uses of AI? What are Inappropriate Uses of AI?
Inappropriate: Cheating & Plagiarism, Cyberbullying, Fabricating Data or Sources, In the Church (images of saints)
Appropriate: Educational Support, Writing Assistance, Learning New Subjects, Finding Sources, Language Practice, In the Church (transcribe and translate)
______, O Savior, to ___ to me the fatherly _____, for I ____ my life in _____ and lusts, and the day has passed by me and ____. Therefore, now I rely on the ______ of Your never-ending _______. So, then, do not _____ a _____ heart which is in need of your ___.
Hasten, O Savior, to open to me the fatherly bosoms, for I wasted my life in pleasures and lusts, and the day has passed by me and vanished. Therefore, now I rely on the richness of Your never-ending compassion. So, then, do not forsake a submissive heart which is in need of your mercy.
What did Christ command regarding the preservation and teaching of the faith in Matthew 28:20?
“Teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:20)
Summarize the story of Naboth’s vineyard and Elijah’s judgment on Ahab.
Ahab wanted Naboth’s vineyard, but Naboth refused to sell it. Jezebel falsely accused Naboth, who was stoned to death. Elijah told Ahab dogs would lick his blood where Naboth died. Ahab repented temporarily, so God delayed punishment.
Which sacrament did Christ grant us that the work of redemption would continue? What do we receive the blessings of from this Sacrament (5)?
the Sacrament of Eucharist,
Forgiveness, purification, sanctification, abiding in Him, and eternal life.
What is the primary goal of the carefully arranged readings in all the books of the Katamarus? What are the 2 events?
The primary goal of these readings is to imprint upon the mind of the believer the image of the greatest event of every believer: the Incarnation and Redemption, which reveals God's immense love for humanity and His divine care.
Quote the verse St. Severus used to emphasize the importance of committing the faith to faithful men who can teach others.
“And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.” (2 Timothy 2:2)
According to St. Paul in 2 Timothy 3:15–16, what are the Holy Scriptures profitable for?
Doctrine, reproof, correction, instruction in righteousness
“from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:15-16) This is the knowledge of wisdom and discernment.
But, O _______ God, ____ me with the fellows of the _____ hour. For, behold, in ____ I was conceived, and in _____ my mother ____ me. Therefore, I do not ____ to lift up my _____ to heaven; but rather, I rely on the ____ of Your mercy and _____ for mankind, crying out and saying, "____, forgive me, a ____, and have ____ on me."
But, O merciful God, count me with the fellows of the eleventh hour. For, behold, in iniquities I was conceived, and in sins my mother bore me. Therefore, I do not dare to lift up my eyes to heaven; but rather, I rely on the abundance of Your mercy and love for mankind, crying out and saying, "God, forgive me, a sinner, and have mercy on me."
Explain the sequence of actions the Church takes in handling heresies according to the passage, citing the relevant verses
Warning: “warn those who are unruly.” (1 Thessalonians 5:14)
Avoidance: “Note those who cause divisions... and avoid them.” (Romans 16:17)
“From such withdraw yourself.” (1 Timothy 6:5)
Rebuke: “Rebuke them sharply.” (Titus 1:13-14)
Separation: “Put away from yourselves the evil person.” (1 Corinthians 5:13)
What are the three main parts the book is divided into?
Chapters 1–11: Solomon’s reign and the united kingdom.
Chapters 12–16: The kingdom splits into Northern and Southern Kingdoms.
Chapters 17–22: The story of the prophet Elijah and the kings of the Northern Kingdom.
What are the 5 Characteristics of the Redeemer with explanation?
1. Must be human: Man is the one who sinned.
2. Must die on behalf of man: “for the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23).
3. Must be unlimited: The sin of Adam was against the unlimited God.
4. Must have no sin: If he is a sinner, then he will need someone else to save him.
5. Must be a creator: To be able to renew the corrupt nature of man.
What Gospel reading is assigned for all the Feasts of St. Mary, the Mother of God, and what are the five occasions and dates on which it is read?
Luke 1:36–56
a. Her birth – 1st of Pashons (May 9)
b. Her entry into the temple – 3rd of Koiahk (December 12)
c. Her departure – 21st of Tobe (January 29)
d. Consecration of the first church in her name – 21st of Paone (June 28)
e. Revealing of the assumption of her body – 16th of Mesore (August 22)
What are the three specific feast days celebrated by the Coptic Church in honor of St. Severus?
Coming to Egypt: 2nd of Paope (October 12)
Departure: 14th of Meshir (February 21)
Burial: 10th of Koiahk (December 19) (west of Alexandria)
What are some of the dangers of Artificial Intelligence mentioned in the passage? Explain each one.
AI Can Never Be Certain: It works with probability and can make mistakes (e.g., misidentifying a car or misdiagnosing a disease).
AI Can Be Manipulated by Its Creators: Depending on what media sources are used to train it, it may have certain biases.
AI Can Be Tricked by Input (Adversarial AI): Special images or noise can fool AI into making wrong identifications.
AI Can Lie: For example, Snapchat’s “My AI” lied about having access to your location.
AI Can Manipulate You: Deepfakes and AI-controlled media can trick you or limit what information you see.
AI Has a Fingerprint: Teachers can detect when students use AI to cheat, and they may fail as a result.
Recite the 3rd litany of the 11th hour
Every iniquity I did with prudence and activity, and every sin I committed with eagerness and diligence, and of all torment and judgment I am worthy. Therefore, prepare for me the ways of repentance, O Lady the Virgin; for to you I appeal, and through you I seek intercession, and upon you I call to help me, lest I might be put to shame. And when my soul departs my body attend to me, and defeat the conspiracy of the enemies, and shut the gates of Hades, lest they might swallow my soul, O you, blameless bride of the true Bridegroom.