The Bible: Old and New Testaments
What does the Greek word Evangelion mean?
Good News or Good Message, The Gospel
Joseph was the second youngest of how many brothers?
12
In which Book of the bible is the story of Moses found?
Exodus
In which Book can you find the story of the Three Holy Youths?
The Book of Daniel.
Which Evangelist is depicted with the symbol of a lion?
St. Mark
What is Scripture?
Any writing from the Bible.
In what Book of the Bible is Joseph's story found?
Genesis
How did God communicate with Moses?
Through a bush that was on fire, but not actually burning up. God spoke to him from the bush, and told him to lead his people out of Egypt.
Fill in the blanks: The Three Holy Youths show us the power of s_____ courageous f______.
The Three Holy Youths show us the power of strong courageous faith.
Which Evangelist is depicted with the symbol of an eagle?
St. John
What does the Old Testament tell us about?
The story of God's relationship with the world and His people, before Jesus Christ was born.
What is a similarity between Joseph's story and something you know about the story of Jesus?
Joseph was betrayed by people close to him just like Jesus was. Joseph was hurt by his family but forgave them, just like Jesus forgave those who persecuted him.
What did Moses' mother do with him when he was a baby, in order to protect him?
She hid him by placing him in a basket in the Nile River. God protected Moses.
What are the names of the Three Holy Youths?
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
Who are the Four Evangelists?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
What does the New Testament tell us about?
The life of Jesus Christ and the beginning of the Church.
What did Joseph do for Pharaoh, that no one else could do?
He interpreted or explained a dream that Pharaoh had. He did this with God's help, and he was made a great leader in Egypt because of it.
Who found Moses and raised him?
The Pharaoh's daughter.
To Whom did the Three Holy Youths say, "Our God is able to save us...but even if He does not, we will not worship the statue."
King Nebuchadnezzar
Which Evangelist is depicted with the symbol of an Angel?
St. Matthew
Name one Book of the Law (The Torah)
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, or Deuteronomy
What does Joseph teach us?
That even when life feels difficult, God is still with us. He also teaches us to forgive others.
Why did God give the Ten Commandments to his people?
To guide them, to protect them, and to help teach them how to live good lives.
What did the Three Holy Youths do when they were in the fire?
They prayed and praised God. They kept their faith in God and God protected them.
Which symbol is St. Luke depicted as in church writings or decorations?
A bull.