Gospels
These two Gospels include Infancy Narratives:
Matthew and Luke
I am the 1st Gospel Written T or F
True!
T or F this Gospel includes the visit of the Magi? And what did the gifts symbolize?
True! Matthew! and the gifts are GOLD as a symbol of kingship on earth, frankincense (an incense) as a symbol of deity, and myrrh (an embalming oil) as a symbol of death.
T or F this Gospel contains visitations between Elizabeth and Mary as well as the birth of John the Baptist?
True
I am the LAST Gospel written T or F?
True!
How are genealogies of JESUS in Matthew and Luke different?
Matthew starts with Abraham vs. Luke begins with Adam
Matthew, for instance, stresses the Abraham–David–Jesus linkage (Matt. 1:1), while Luke stresses Jesus as “son of God” via Adam (Luke 3:38).
T or F this Gospel shows examples of Jesus reaching out to sinners, women, and outsiders?
True! Gospel of Mark
When was this Gospel written and to what audience?
85CE to a Jewish-Christian audience
When was this Gospel written?
80-90AD
One way that John's Gospel emphasizes the divinity of Jesus over humanity is to show him always present with the Father and in control of all things, including creation True or False?
TRUE
Which Gospels are SYNOPTIC and why?
Matthew, Mark and Luke because they are "seen together"
When was Mark's Gospel Written and to what audience?
70CE and the audience was GENTILES
What textual evidence supports who Matthew's audience was?
He quotes the Testament
Who is the author and who was the companion of Luke the Evangelist?
Luke the doctor, he was believed to be the companion of Paul
T or F this Gospel contains the fewest miracles? And how many signs are given in the book of signs?
True and 7
What is the SOURCE that scripture scholars use to explain why certain info is in Matthew and Luke and not Mark?
"Q" (from German Quelle)
Who is the author and whose disciple is he?
Mark the Evangelist, he was a disciple of St. Peter
What parallels do we see between Jesus and Moses in this Gospel?
He asserts Jesus is the new Moses, they are similar also in that both their stories also discuss the "slaughter of innocents" by the Pharoah of Egypt and Herod the Great.
Who was the audience Luke wrote to
A Gentile Christian audience
When was this gospel written? What was the historical context?
90-110 CE
It was during when the Roman empire ruled over Palestine
I am the Gospel associated with the Liturgical year cycle
Matthew, Mark, Luke
STUDY/Explain 5 steps of LECTIO DIVINA:
Remember the acronym:(Please Read My Penguin Cookbooks)
P...prepare
R...read
M...meditate
P...pray
C...contemplate
The Steps of Lectio Divina: If you’d like to try lectio divina for yourself, I encourage you to read through the steps below and start with a story from the gospels: Stories provide a great way for beginners to get started.
Prepare (Silencio): Take a few moments to quiet yourself, get in a comfortable position, and become aware of God’s presence. You might say a simple prayer, inviting the Holy Spirit into this time. (Try a few deep breaths with the prayer “Come, Holy Spirit, Come.”) I often take a quick inventory of my body, mind, and heart, asking God to quiet each of them in turn.
Read (Lectio): Read the passage slowly, out loud if possible. In this reading, you want to familiarize yourself with the basic meaning of the passage, what it says to everyone. Avoid analyzing and simply savor the words, letting them sink in. Listen for a nudge: What words or images is the Spirit drawing you toward today? Is there a character you identify with? A moment in the story that captures your attention?
Mediate (Meditatio): Re-read the passage, lingering over the person/word/phrase that captured your attention. Let your imagination engage the story/text. What do the characters experience/feel/think? Or consider the phrase or image you noticed: Reflect on how it might intersect with your life today. What (or who) does it bring to your mind? Notice the feelings this passage evokes in you–is there attraction, or resistance of some kind? Invite the Spirit to reveal how this passage might be speaking to your life today. (You might find it helpful to journal some of these reflections before continuing.)
Pray (Oratio): Read through the passage another time, allowing the Scripture to lead you into a prayer/response to God. Talk to God about what has come to mind, and how he might be inviting you to respond. Are you feeling led toward a prayer of praise? repentance? a plea for help or healing? (Again, it might be helpful to focus your prayer by journaling.)
Contemplate (Contemplatio): Rest in the awareness of God’s presence, remaining open to anything else the Spirit might stir in your heart. If your mind wanders, gently redirect your thoughts toward God. Simply be still. Expect nothing. Enjoy a moment of fellowship with God that goes deeper than words. Relax in this moment to be with God, and know you are loved
Who wrote this gospel?
The Apostle Matthew
What other book did Luke write?
Acts of the Apostles
What are the sections in the Gospel of John?
Prolouge, The Book of Signs, and The Book of Glory