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Define 'Hellenistic'
relating to/influenced by Greek history, language, and culture
What literary form is Revelation?
Apocalyptic
Define 'Martyrdom'
someone who witnesses (spreads/evangelizes) their faith through DEATH
Define 'Pauline Letters' and 'Epistle' (Bonus: name 2 of the letters--not sharing a name (e.g., 1-2 John))
13 letters attributed to Paul or a disciple of his writing in his name
another name for a NT Letter
Define 'Apostate' and 'Gnosticism'
someone who used to be a believer but no longer believes
a heresy where a sect argues that in order to obtain salvation, people must become elite members and acquire a 'secret knowledge'
What is the name for the three types of Bible Translations we've discussed in class?
Literal, Paraphrase, Free
2 Important teachings/themes in James (True Religion does not count)
- faith + works
- Sacrament for the Anointing of the Sick
What type of rhetorical argument does the author of Hebrews use? (bonus: what was she/he using this argument to prove?)
A fortiori (power/status of Jesus over angels/Moses)
Define 'antichrist' and 'Pentecost'
either a pseudo-messiah or someone placing themselves above God, literally means 'against Christ'
50th day following Easter, commemorates descent of HS upon the Apostles (fulfillment of Jesus' promise)
Define 'Apocalyptic Literature' and 'Asia Minor'
a literary form that uses dramatic events and highly symbolic language to offer hope to a people in crisis
an area roughly corresponding to modern-day Turkey
2 Important teachings/themes in 1-2 John
- divisions in early church (specifically Gnosticism)
- antichrists
Important teachings/themes in Jude
- encouraging to keep the faith
- mercy to those you oppress you
Important teachings/themes in 3 John
people who do good are of God, people who do evil are of/from evil
There are two recurring themes in Paul's letters. Name them.
Jesus Christ is the way/path to salvation
the Church is the body of Christ
How do the Graces of the Holy Spirit help us?
they help us to develop positive virtues (fruits)... which lead to happiness and betterment
Important teachings/themes in 1 Peter
persevere in your faith amidst persecution
What are the two tasks that Bible translators juggle?
readability and reliability (accuracy and accessibility)
There are multiple characteristics of the literary form of "Apocalyptic Literature." Name at least three of these characteristics
- written during time of crisis
- cosmic battles, with good winning
- visions/voices
- angelic messenger(s)
- symbolic numbers and colors
There are three purposes in the letters of Paul to various churches (or people) in the Early church. Name those purposes.
to offer advice
to teach
to offer encouragement
Important teachings/themes in 2 Peter
against false teachers (specifically those teaching against 2nd coming of Christ)
Which book in the New Testament provides us with a definition of ‘True Religion’? What is this definition of ‘True Religion’?
James; Care for widows/orphans and remaining untainted by the world
There are three main themes in the book of Revelation. Name those three themes:
1 - a renewed commitment to faith
2 - a message of consolation
3 - a call to maintain hope (amidst persecution)
Gospels
History
Pauline Letters
Non Pauline books
Apocalypse
2 events and/or movements that form the backdrop of the Acts of the Apostles. Name those events and tell why they are important.
Pentecost -- Fulfillment of Jesus' promise to send the Holy Spirit
Evangelism and Missionary Efforts -- Show the participation of the church in God's Saving Plan
There are 4 important events in the Acts of the Apostles that we read excerpts from in class. Name 2 of those events (besides Pentecost) and describe what happened
Pentecost -- H.S. came + evangelism
Council of Jerusalem -- Gentiles entering church, follow Law of Moses + circumcision? outcome: no
Story of Saul/Paul -- was a persecutor of E.C., now a member/leader in it
Death of Judas