Nation of the Cross | Qidist Arsema
Who was Kidist Arsema
Armenian nun and a very popular Christian martyr
Who asked Jesus how many times we should forgive?
Peter asked Jesus
Where was Aba Tsigie Dngl born and raised
He was born and raised in Ethiopia.
What is martyrdom?
Martyrdom is suffering persecution and dying for their testimony to Jesus Christ.
Why did the Holy Family migrate to Egypt?
The Holy Family migrated to Egypt because King Herod wanted to kill Jesus, so the angel told Joseph to take the Child and His mother and escape to Egypt for safety.
Where was Kidist Arsema born and what kind of family was she from?
She was born in Armenia and came from a wealthy, noble family.
What did Jesus mean by “seventy times seven”?
It means forgive without limit
What faith did Aba Tsgie Dngl follow at first?
He used to be Jewish
What is the memory verse?
“I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me”
Philippians 4:13
Why did Kidist Arsema refuse to marry the king or emperor?
She refused because she devoted her entire life to serve Jesus Christ and lived as a nun, calling herself a Bride of Christ, so she would not marry anyone.
What message did the voice from heaven say to Kidist Arsema?
The voice from heaven said, “Be brave and fear not, for I am with you.”
How did God save Adam and Eve after they committed the first sin?
By sending His one and only son to die for their sins and the sins of everyone else at that time
How long was Aba Tsgie Dangle in suba’ie for?
He did suba’ie for 9 years.
What is the name of the Emperor who martyred St.George?
Emperor Diocletian
What miracle happened when St. George prayed over the dry wood in the widow’s home?
The piece of dry wood sprouted, grew into a tall tree, and put forth leaves and branches as a miracle from God.
What does it mean that beauty and charm are “passing”?
It means they are temporary and will not last forever. Kidist Arsema saw her beauty and riches as temporary and chose eternal life instead
Why does Jesus tell us to forgive others if we want God to forgive us?
Because God forgives us the same way we forgive others. If we don’t forgive people who hurt us, then God will not forgive our sins either.
What special writing did Aba Tsigie create, similar to the Psalms of David?
He wrote Mahiliete Tsigie, which has 150 parts, just like the Psalms.
How did St. George heal the widow’s child?
He prayed to God and made the sign of the Cross, and the child was healed.
What city did the Holy Family return to in Israel?
The city of Nazareth
What happened to King Tiridates and his soldiers after they killed Kidist Arsema?
They were punished by God: the soldiers were possessed and acted like wild animals, and King Tiridates was turned into a wild boar.
What are the two steps of true forgiveness according to the lesson?
Accept the person's apology
Forget and start new
What image did Aba Tsigie Dngl see?
He saw an image of a woman/St.Mary whose face was encircled with flowers
How many times did St. George die before receiving the crown of martyrdom, and how did he die the final time?
St. George died three times, each through different tortures.
On the fourth death, his head was cut off and he received the crown of martyrdom.
What feast celebrates the Holy Family’s return from Egypt and the mountain where they rested?
The feast is called Qusqwam, celebrated on Hidar 6 (November 15), marking their return to Israel and their rest on the mountain of Qusqwam.