Lidet Basics
On which date is Lidet celebrated in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church?
Tahisas 29 (January 7)
How many days do Ethiopian Orthodox Christians fast before Lidet?
40 days
Which Old Testament prophet said, “A virgin shall conceive and bear a son”?
Isaiah
What was the name of the hill where Jesus was crucified?
Golgotha.
What miracle did Jesus perform at the wedding in Cana?
He turned water into wine.
What is the meaning of the name “Bethlehem,” where Jesus was born?
“House of Bread.”
What is the name of the traditional game played on Lidet (Genna) in Ethiopia
Genna Chewata.
Why is Bethlehem significant in the prophecy of Christ’s birth?
It was foretold as the birthplace of the Messiah in Micah 5:2
Name the seven sacraments and which ones are pillars in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
baptism, confirmation, penance, Holy Communion, unction of the sick, matrimony, and holy orders.
Mystery of the Trinity
-- Mystery of Incarnation
-- Mystery of Baptism
-- Mystery of the Holy Communion
-- Mystery of the Resurrection of the Dead
Which disciple was crucified upside down?
Saint Peter
What did the angels sing when Christ was born?
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men."
Which saint composed hymns that are sung during Lidet?
St. Yared
How did Joseph learn to take Mary as his wife despite her pregnancy?
An angel appeared to him in a dream Gabriel
Which Ethiopian king converted to Christianity, making it the state religion?
King Ezana of Axum.
Who was crucified on the cross with Jesus?
Gestas was on the cross to the left of Jesus and Dismas was on the cross to the right of Jesus
2 Peter 3:8
"With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day." 5.5 days symbolize the approximate 5500 years leading up to Christ's birth.
What does the midnight service on Lidet symbolize?
The light of Christ entering the world during darkness.
Which Old Testament prophet fasted for 40 days while journeying to Mount Horeb?
Elijah
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son…”?
John 3:16.
Who was the first Christian martyr?
Saint Stephen.
Which two Gospel books provide details about Christ’s birth?
Matthew and Luke
Which biblical figure fasted for 40 days before receiving the Ten Commandments?
Moses
What gifts did the wise men bring to Christ, and what do they symbolize?
Gold (kingship), frankincense (divinity), and myrrh (suffering and death)
Where was the star above?
Bethlehem
Which Gospel tells the story of the Good Samaritan?
Luke.