Old Testament
What is the first book in the Old Testament?
Genesis
What are the 4 Gospels?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, & John
Which of the apostles was a twin?
Thomas
Which prophet slept in a loin’s den?
Daniel
What color is associated with Lent?
Purple
When does Lent start?
Ash Wednesday
What is the longest book in the Old Testament?
Psalms
What is the last book in the New Testament?
Revelation
Who was Jesus’ cousin?
John the Baptist
Most recent prophet?
John the Baptist
What is the final week of Lent called?
Holy Week
What do we Catholics sustain from eating on Fridays during Lent?
Meet
What body part from Adam did God use to make Eve?
His rib
When does the New Testament take place?
The 1st century, or during/after the time of Jesus
How many children did Jacob have?
12
Which prophet got swallowed up by a while?
Jonah
What holiday comes after Lent?
Easter
What are the 3 pillars of Lent?
Prayer, fasting, & almsgiving
How many plagues did God send to Egypt?
10
In the book of Acts which apostle dies?
James the brother of John
True or false, Simon Peter had a wife.
True
Who anointed David as king?
Samuel
How many days are there in Lent?
40 (excluding Sundays)
Why do we put ashes on our foreheads?
To remind us that everything will pass (excluding God)
What did God make on the 6th day?
All land animals (including humans)
How many books are there in the New Testament?
27
Who were Moses’ siblings?
Aaron & Miriam
According to the book of Deuteronomy, who is the greatest prophet?
Moses
What word is not sung during Lent?
Alleluia (Hallelujah)
What type of songs are not played at Church during Lent?
Praiseful upbeat songs
How many books are there in the Old Testament?
46
How many disciples did Jesus have?
70/72
Who are Jesus’ siblings?
Anyone who does the will of God the Father
This prophet did not die, but instead was taking up to Heaven.
Elijah
What is Lent supposed to remind us about?
The journeys of purification (Jesus in the wilderness, Israel in the desert, & Moses on Mt. Sinai)
What Irish Saint’s feast day takes place during Lent?
St. Patrick’s