The main physical feature of Palestine are...
mountains/hills
What does “synoptic” mean?
the Gospel accounts’ language, order, and narrative sequences are remarkably similar
The Evangelists wrote their Gospel accounts in light of what event in Jesus’ life?
Jesus’ Death and Resurrection
When did Jesus begin His ministry?
Name the person:
A Jew and Roman citizen, he persecuted Christians before his conversion to the Way of the Lord.
St. Paul
What Jewish religious feast recalls the forty years the Israelites spent in the desert?
Sukkot (Feast of Booths)
What word refers to the way people that pray reflects their beliefs? (hint: think of the stages of the NT)
Liturgy
How did Pontius Pilate symbolize he didn’t want responsibility for the death of Jesus?
He washed his hands.
What type of miracle is Jesus healing a paralytic?
Physical healing
Pauline or Catholic Epistle?
These epistles revealed key truths about Jesus and offered guidance for Christian living.
Catholic Epistles
Who is the prophet whose main message is to call on God’s people on their sin of infidelity, but remind them of God’s eternal love for them?
Hosea
Which Gospel depicts Jesus as the “Suffering Servant?”
Mark
What term refers to God's saving plan?
Mystery
What Greek word means “sign,” the way that Jesus’ miracles are described in the Gospel of John?
Semeion
What is the Kerygma?
The essential message and proclamation of Jesus
Which Herod was replaced by many Roman governors until Pontius Pilate was appointed?
Archelaus
The Gospels are considered what kind of literary genre?
Greo-Roman biographies
What information about the Magi does the Gospel give?
Only the title “wise men,” or “kings”
NO names or number of men
Which Greek word means “work,” referring to the miracles of Jesus?
Ergon
Pauline or Catholic Epistles?
These epistles encouraged, taught, and explained Jesus’ identity and mission.
Pauline Epistles
The ______________ attempted to force the adoption of Hellenistic culture on the Jews of Palestine.
Seleucids of Syria
Are the Gospels considered impartial or partial sources on Jesus?
Partial sources
What is the crime that Jesus is accused of by Pontius Pilate?
Sedition
What is the purpose Jesus teaching using parables?
To explain unfamiliar concepts about God
In what literary forms is the book of Revelation written?
Imagery and symbolism (Apocalyptic Literature)