General Knowledge
What event is celebrated on Easter Sunday?
The resurrection of Jesus Christ.
What color is traditionally associated with Easter in Christian liturgical practices?
White or gold.
Who were the first people to discover the empty tomb?
Mary Magdalene and other women disciples.
What Jewish festival coincided with the time of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection?
Passover.
Which day marks the beginning of Holy Week?
Palm Sunday.
What does the cross symbolize in Christianity?
Jesus’ sacrifice and victory over sin and death.
Which disciple doubted the resurrection until he saw Jesus?
Thomas, also known as Doubting Thomas.
What Old Testament prophecy is often associated with Jesus’ resurrection?
Isaiah 53, describing the suffering servant.
What is the name of the meal Jesus shared with His disciples before His crucifixion?
The Last Supper.
What plant is commonly associated with Palm Sunday?
Palm branches.
How many days after His resurrection did Jesus ascend into heaven?
40 days.
In which Gospel does Jesus appear to two disciples on the road to Emmaus after His resurrection?
Luke.
What is the name of the garden where Jesus prayed before His arrest?
Gethsemane.
What does the breaking of bread in the Last Supper symbolize?
Jesus’ body, given for His followers.
What was the inscription on the cross of Jesus?
"Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews" (INRI in Latin).
What was the Roman governor Pontius Pilate’s reaction to Jesus' crucifixion?
He washed his hands, claiming innocence of Jesus' blood.
What is the period of 40 days before Easter called?
Lent.
What is the traditional proclamation made by Christians on Easter Sunday?
"Christ is risen!" followed by "He is risen indeed!"
Who provided the tomb where Jesus was buried?
Joseph of Arimathea.
What's the first day of Lent?
Ash Wednesday
Which Roman governor sentenced Jesus to be crucified?
Pontius Pilate.
What does the term "Maundy" in Maundy Thursday refer to?
It comes from the Latin word mandatum, meaning commandment.
Who carried the cross for Jesus?
Simon of Cyrene
What theological concept does the resurrection primarily affirm in Christian doctrine?
The victory over sin and death, and the promise of eternal life.