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100
  1. What was the main advice St. Paul gave to St. Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:14?
    A) Preach to all nations
    B) Ignore false teachings
    C) Continue in what he has learned and been assured of
    D) Seek new knowledge from others

C) Continue in what he has learned and been assured of

100
  1. Which of the following is NOT listed as a characteristic of an Orthodox believer?
    A) Filled with Church Fathers
    B) Filled with miracles
    C) Filled with the Holy Bible
    D) Integrated in the community

B) Filled with miracles

100

  1. What does St. Paul encourage individuals to strive for according to 1 Corinthians?

    • A) Monopoly power
    • B) The crown of glory
    • C) Wealth and fame
    • D) Social recognition


  • B) The crown of glory
100

  1. Which element is NOT listed as part of the spiritual canon?

    • A) Prayer
    • B) Financial investment
    • C) Reading spiritual books
    • D) Attending liturgy
  • B) Financial investment
100

  1. What do those who ignore the spiritual canon become slaves to?

    • A) Their talents
    • B) Responsibilities
    • C) Desires and lusts
    • D) Social pressures
  • C) Desires and lusts
200

Fill in the blank: "The Church of the living God, the ______ and ______ of the truth.” (1 Timothy 3:15)

Pillar and ground 

200
  1. What is the significance of Church Fathers for an Orthodox believer?
    A) They serve as role models with righteous lives and teachings
    B) They translate the Bible into other languages
    C) They perform miracles on demand
    D) They are equal in rank to clergy

A) They serve as role models with righteous lives and teachings

200

According to Holy Bible, how often should we pray?

  • A) Only on Sundays
  • B) Once a week
  • C) Cease all prayer
  • D) Without ceasing
  • D) Without ceasing
200

  1. What does self-denial in the context of the spiritual canon mean?

    • A) Conforming to societal norms
    • B) Submitting to God's will voluntarily
    • C) Forcing oneself into obligations
    • D) Ignoring personal feelings
  • B) Submitting to God's will voluntarily
200

  1. What does the text state can happen due to distractions?

    • A) Improved focus
    • B) Scattered thoughts and hindered commitment
    • C) Increased leisure time
    • D) Better social interactions
  • B) Scattered thoughts and hindered commitment
300
  1. What warning did Jesus give about false prophets?
    A) They will perform miracles
    B) They are like “ravenous wolves”
    C) They will teach the commandments
    D) They will unify the Church

B) They are like “ravenous wolves”

300
  1. Which of the following is NOT one of the steps the Church takes to handle heresies?
    A) Warning
    B) Avoidance
    C) Silence
    D) Separation

C) Silence

300

  1. According to the text, what is one major example St. Paul uses to illustrate spiritual discipline?

    • A) The businessperson’s life
    • B) The athletic competition
    • C) Academic success
    • D) Political leadership
  • B) The athletic competition
300

  1. Who established the rules of the spiritual canon?

    • A) The government
    • B) The saints guided by the Holy Spirit
    • C) Individual priests 
    • D) A council of philosophers
  • B) The saints guided by the Holy Spirit
300

Which behavior does the text suggest as helpful during spiritual laziness?

  • A) Ignoring rules altogether
  • B) Maintaining persistence
  • C) Seeking approval from others
  • D) Avoiding any effort
  • B) Maintaining persistence
400

Which verse from page 2 supports the idea that the Church was established on a solid foundation by Christ?

A) “Rebuke them sharply.” (Titus 1:13-14)

B) “On this rock I will build My church.” (Matthew 16:18)

C) “Warn those who are unruly.” (1 Thessalonians 5:14)

D) “Continue in the things which you have learned.” (2 Timothy 3:14)

B) “On this rock I will build My church.” (Matthew 16:18)

400
  1. Why did the Church convene councils throughout history?
    A) To expand Christianity politically
    B) To refute heresies and preserve the true faith
    C) To elect new popes
    D) To write new books

B) To refute heresies and preserve the true faith

400

How should we respond to distractions according to Ephesians?

  • A) Ignore them completely
  • B) Accept that they are part of life
  • C) Recognize they are not against flesh and blood
  • D) Give up on spiritual practice
  • C) Recognize they are not against flesh and blood
400

  1. Which of the following describes the practice of the spiritual canon?

    • A) Fixed and rigid
    • B) Completely optional
    • C) Flexible and adaptable
    • D) Unnecessary for spiritual growth
  • C) Flexible and adaptable
400

  1. Which message does St. Paul convey regarding spiritual life?

    • A) It should be effortless
    • B) It requires hardship and effort
    • C) It only benefits some people
    • D) It is mostly about prayers
  • B) It requires hardship and effort
500

Which verse instructs believers to separate themselves from someone who continues in evil? (Page 3)

A) “Warn those who are unruly.” (1 Thessalonians 5:14)

B) “Put away from yourselves the evil person.” (1 Corinthians 5:13)

C) “Rebuke them sharply.” (Titus 1:13-14)

D) “Note those who cause divisions… and avoid them.” (Romans 16:17)

"Put away from yourselves the evil person" (1 Corinthians 5:13).

500
  1. What is the foundation of all Church teachings in the Coptic Orthodox faith?
    A) Church councils
    B) The Holy Bible
    C) Monastic writings
    D) Oral traditions

B) The Holy Bible

500

Reflect on 2 Timothy 2:6. In what ways are you laboring for spiritual growth, and how do you see the fruits of your efforts in your life?

Answer may vary 

500

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a goal of the spiritual canon?

  • A) It reveals the right path and helps discernment.
  • B) It serves as a measure of spiritual life.
  • C) It guarantees success and wealth.
  • D) It supports spiritual growth and joy.
  • C) It guarantees success and wealth.
500

Which of the following is NOT listed as a category of obstacles in practicing a spiritual law?

A) Postponing the canon
B) Obstruction of the canon
C) Comparing oneself to others
D) Deviation from self-discipline

D) Deviation from self-discipline

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