Lesson #2
What does the word "Christ" mean?
How long did Jesus fast in the Desert?
40 days and 40 nights
Explain the roles of these characters in the Baptism Scene.
1. John 2. Jesus 3. God 4. Dove
1. John baptized and believed he is unworthy
2. Jesus is baptized
3. God claims Jesus as His Son
4. Dove represents the Holy Spirit (reveals the Trinity)
What is the center of our faith and our life?
The mystery of the Holy Trinity
What are the 3 main temptations of Jesus?
1. stones to bread
2. tempting God by jumping of the temple
3. worshiping Satan
Which part of the Qurbana symbolizes the revelation of the Trinity?
Name & Say the part...
Hymn of Resurrection
The curtain opens
In the Old Testament, lambs were given as sacrifice and offerings. Jesus replaced the lambs for eternity.
How was Jesus able to defeat Satan in the Desert
3 main things!
1. Abstinence
2. Fasting
3. Prayer
In which season and date do we celebrate the Baptism of Jesus?
Season of Epiphany
Jan. 6th
How are certain truths shown to human beings?
How do we know the mystery of the Trinity?
How do we know gravity exist?
There are 2 ways!
1. Revealed
2. Natural
Chapter 4
Which seasons/times do we fast in preparation for?
How long for each?
Give 3 examples
1. Christmas 25
2. Easter 50
3. Assumption 15
4. Birthday of Mary 8
5. days before Lent 3
What are symbols of the Holy Spirit?
Give 5 examples
1. Dove
2. Tongues of Fire
3. Wind
4. Water
5. Oil
6. Cloud
7. Light
Explain about Holy Week? Which days and what do we remember on each day?
Palm Sunday (Jesus entering the city of Jerusalem)
Holy Thursday (washing of the feet & Holy Eucharist)
Good Friday (Jesus died on the Cross)
Sunday (Jesus Resurrection)
How many seasons are there in the Syro-Malabar Church? Name at least 6.
2. Nativity
3. Epiphany
4. Lent
5. Resurrection
6. Apostles
7.growth of the church
8. Elijah, Cross and Moses
9. Dedication of the Church