The Parable of the Prodigal Son
What is a parable?
A made-up story that is used to explain difficult concepts simply.
Which of sacraments do have to confess for and then take communion after?
a. the sacrament of sacraments
b. the unction of the sick
c. the sacrament of baptism
d. Both B and C
d. Both B and C
When Abraham was asked to offer Isaac as a sacrifice, what did he do the very next morning, and what does this reveal about his obedience?
He rose early the next morning, took Isaac and two servants, and set out to the place God showed him; this revealed his complete and immediate obedience to God.
What is the example that Pope Cyril gave to explain the unity of the divinity and humanity of our lord Jesus Christ?
Iron united with fire
When Saint Macarius decided to live fully for God, what did he do with his possessions?
a) Sold them and saved the money
b) Gave them away to the poor
c) Hid them in the desert
d) Left them with his family
b) Gave them away to the poor
Why did the younger son ask his father for his inheritance, and what did he do with it?
He wanted freedom and thought he’d be happier away from home. He wasted it on prodigal living.
Why is the Eucharist called the “Sacrament of Sacraments”?
a) Because Abouna calls it that during the liturgy
b) Because it crowns and completes every other sacrament
c) Because it is the first sacrament ever instituted
d) Because it explains the meaning of all other sacraments
b) Because it crowns and completes every other sacrament
When Lot chose to live near Sodom and Gomorrah, how did Abraham show trust in God through his response to Lot’s decision?
He let Lot choose first, even though Abram was older, showing humility, love, and trust that God would bless him regardless of the land.
The divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ is united with His humanity without ——————-, ——————-, ———————.
Mingling; Confusion; Alteration
Which saint gave Saint Macarius the monastic habit (clothing) and spiritual guidance?
a) Saint Pachomius
b) Saint Anthony the Great
c) Saint Shenouda the Archimandrite
d) Saint Athanasius the Apostolic
b) Saint Anthony the Great
Why can we say the son became wise after his suffering?
Because he understood that true freedom was in returning to his father’s bosom, not in living away from him.
True or False: Merely receiving the Eucharist automatically removes all sin without preparation.
False
What words did God speak to Abraham in Genesis 15:1 to reassure him after rescuing Lot?
“Do not be afraid, Abram, I am your shield, your very great reward.” (Genesis 15:1)
From where pope Cyril proves that Nestorius' teaching was wrong?
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1. Holy Bible
2. The writings of the Early Fathers
About how many monks were guided by Saint Macarius in the desert?
a) 500
b) 1,000
c) 3,000
d) 5,000
d) 5,000
What did the father do when his son returned home? Name at least three things.
He ran to him and kissed him, gave him the best robe, a ring, shoes, slaughtered a fattened calf and held a great feast/ celebrated with great joy.
Which sacrament must follow Baptism to seal the believer with the Holy Spirit before partaking in Communion?
Chrismation
According to Genesis 15:6, what did the Lord account to Abram because of his belief?
“And he believed in the Lord, and He accounted it to him for righteousness.” (Genesis 15:6)
What is the Nestorian heresy?
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1. Virgin Mary is not the Theotokos.
2. Jesus was two separate persons.
Why did people come to the desert to live near Saint Macarius?
a) To escape Roman persecution
b) To learn from his wisdom and holiness
c) To become farmers in the desert
d) To join him in building churches
b) To learn from his wisdom and holiness
Who does the father in the parable represent, and what does this teach us about God’s character?
The father represents God. It teaches us that God loves us deeply, forgives us, and rejoices when we repent and return to Him.
Which sacrament of service and unity is completed by immediately partaking of the Eucharist after the vows?
Holy Matrimony
According to Hebrews 11:8, what did Abraham do by faith when he was called by God, even though he did not know where he was going?
“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.” (Hebrews 11:8)
Why does everybody love and admire pope Cyril?
His humility, wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy Bible
What lesson did Saint Macarius learn from the two married women he met in Alexandria?
a) That holiness can be lived out faithfully in marriage and the world
b) That women could not follow God as strongly as monks
c) That only those who live in the desert can be holy
d) That family life was easier than monastic life
a) That holiness can be lived out faithfully in marriage and the world