The Gospels
Which are the synoptic Gospels?
The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
What does the word rabbi mean?
An honored teacher in the Jewish tradition.
When do we commemorate Pentecost?
Fifty days after Easter.
What kind of literary form takes the Book of Revelation?
Apocalyptic literature.
Who guided or inspired the Gospel writers as they wrote down their Gospels?
The Holy Spirit.
How are the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke similar?
These Gospels are similar in style and share much of the same content.
What does the word “Logos“ mean?
Greek word meaning “Word”.
What do we call the thirteen letters in the New Testament that are attributed to Paul?
The Pauline letters.
What does the Book of Revelation provide for people in crisis?
Hope.
In the Gospel of John, what do Jesus’ “I am” sayings echo in the Old Testament?
God’s Revelation of himself and his name to Moses in the burning bush.
The Gospels all point to what absolute truth?
Jesus Christ is the Divine Son of God and the Lord of all creation.
What does the word Gospel mean?
“Good news”.
What do we call the seven letters attributed to the Apostles and disciples?
Catholic letters.
At the end of time, what will the Kingdom of God be?
It will be fully realized.
What was one of the major challenges faced by the early church caused by Roman authorities?
Persecution.
Why are the Gospels considered the heart of Scripture?
Because they are our principal source for the life and teaching of the Incarnate Word, our Savior.
What does the word Passion mean?
The suffering of Jesus during the final days of his life.
What does the Letter to the Hebrews herald?
The saving plan of God revealed in his Son.
What does the Gospel of John emphasize about Jesus?
His divinity.
What do miracles reveal about God’s Kingdom?
The presence and Power of God.
What are the three stages in the formation of the Gospels?
The life and teachings of Jesus, oral tradition, and the written Gospels.
What does the word epistle mean?
Another name for a New Testament letter.
Two significant events and movements from the backdrop of Acts:_____
The coming of the Spirit at Pentecost and the evangelization and missionary efforts of early Christianity.
How does the Gospel of John foreshadow about Jesus’ Death?
By emphasizing that Jesus will give his “flesh for the life of the world”.
What were Jesus’ discourses about?
About matters of faith and salvation.