Bible Knowledge
What is the first book of the New Testament?
The first book of the New Testament is the Gospel of Matthew!
What does SPOT stand for?
Saint Paul Orthodox Tewahedo.
What language is used in Ethiopian Orthodox liturgy?
Ancient Ge’ez language.
What was Saint Paul’s original name?
Saul of Tarsus.
What is said before scripture readings?
Let us attend/Those who sitting stand up.
What do Orthodox Christians typically avoid during fasting?
Meat, dairy, and eggs.
Name 2 hymns
Any 2 hymns but double check to make sure.
Who led the Israelites out of Egypt?
Moses the prophet.
When did SPOT officially become a church? (Include month and year?)
July, 2023.
What is Timket?
The celebration of Epiphany.
How did Paul become a Christian?
Blinded on the road to Damascus.
What does incense symbolize?
Prayers rising to God.
What is the spiritual purpose of fasting in the Orthodox Church?
To grow closer to God.
Who is traditionally the Saint who is believed to develop Ethiopian Orthodox hymns?
Saint Yared
Name three sons of Noah.
Shem, Ham, and Japheth.
What group existed before SPOT?
YOTC youth ministry.
What is “Qurban” in the Church?
The Eucharist offering
Who healed Paul’s blindness?
Ananias, a believer.
What is a deacon’s role during Liturgy?
Assist priest.
What feast celebrates Jesus’ resurrection?
tinsae (Easter).
My Benevolent Lord (x2)…(finish the chorus)
He lifted me from dust when I was discarded, I praise Him safeguarded
What city did Jonah preach to?
The city of Nineveh.
Who was the founding pastor of SPOT?
Kesis Abai.
What is the meaning of Tewahedo?
One united nature.
What was Paul’s profession?
Tentmaker by trade.
What do deacons wear?
Stole and alb.
What is the longest fast?
The Great Lent (Abiy Tsom).
What is the name of the hymn created by spot commemorating martyrs?
We Are the Nation of the Cross
Who was the first king of Israel, and how did he become king?
The first king of Israel was Saul. He became king after the Israelites asked the prophet Samuel for a king to lead them, like the other nations had. Even though God wasn’t happy with the request (since He was their true King), He told Samuel to anoint Saul. Saul was chosen by God because he looked strong and impressive, and he came from the tribe of Benjamin. Samuel poured oil on Saul’s head to show that God had picked him, making Saul the first official king of Israel (1 Samuel 9–10).
What city is SPOT located in?
It's located in Temple Hills, Maryland.
What is the major fasting season?
The Great Lent.
Name one city Paul visited on his missions.
Corinth or Ephesus.
What is the Zikir chant?
Zikir is a spiritual chant or hymn used in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. It comes from the word that means “remembrance” basically, it’s all about remembering God and praising Him with deep love and emotion.
What fast commemorates Jonah’s story?
Nineveh fast.
Nikodimos, Nikodimos the honored (x2)…(finish chorus, +100 points if you can sing it in Amharic)
From dusk until dawn a teacher who learns (x2)
What is the first book after the Torah?
The Book of Joshua.
What was the first event SPOT held?
Community fundraiser.
Name four major Ethiopian Orthodox fasts.
Lent, Nineveh, Apostles, Prophets.
What book did Paul write about love?
First Corinthians.
When should a deacon fast?
Before serving communion.
How many official fasts are there yearly?
Seven fasts.
What is the name of the instrument that traditionally accompanies mezmur and is made with horse tail and hide?
Masenqo
Who was swallowed by a big fish and thrown up in which land?
The Prophet Jonah, who was thrown up in Nineveh.
What Ethiopian celebration at SPOT involves Holy Water being prayed upon?
Timket (Epiphany).
Which church is the Ark of the Covenant believed to belong to?
The Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
How many missionary journeys did Paul take?
Three journeys.
What is the order of clergy ranks? Starting from the very top
Patriarch, Bishop, Priest, and Deacon.
What feast honors the Virgin Mary?
Assumption of Mary (Filseta).
I will praise you with melodies, God Almighty
Compositions will pour out of my heart for Thee
...(finish chorus)
Singing to You completes me Lord, it's my treasure
A gift given to glorify You my Father
Which Old Testament figure interpreted dreams?
Joseph of Egypt.
Name some major goals of SPOT’s mission.
Serve youth, families, bring our community together, and teach people about our faith in English.
What is the significance of the tabot?
Symbol of God’s presence.
Where was Paul imprisoned?
Rome and Caesarea.
What is the significance of the censer?
Symbolizes prayers.
What is Hudade? If you can tell the exact lent, an extra 100 points will be given to the team.
Our Lord Jesus Christ's fasting season. (Abiy Tsom)
Come all let us rejoice,in the Lord Jesus Christ
From slavery of sin He freed us with His might...(finish chorus)
Arise with songs of praise, His favor's abundant, There's no way to repay but to be jubilant
What is the last book of the New Testament?
The Book of Revelations.
What is the significance of Saint Paul to SPOT?
Model of spreading gospel.
The St. Mary fast
Who accompanied Paul on his second journey?
Silas and Timothy.
What does the deacon carry in procession?
The Cross and Gospel book.
What is the name of the season that is usually during the rainy season in Ethiopia? (Hint: It commemorates Mary and Joseph's fleeing from Herod with Baby Jesus.) You must say the name in both English and Ge'ez.
Season of Flowers, Zemene Tsige
He is set apart St.Michael, he is set apart...(finish the chorus)
Covered by his grand wings, raised me in his home from the start
How many books are in the Ethiopian Orthodox Bible verse the Roman Catholic Bible? Tell the number of both.
The Ethiopian Orthodox Bible has 81 books, while the Roman Catholic has 73. This is because Roman Catholics rejected some of the books like Enoch and Jubilees, while Ethiopian Orthodox Monks preserved them as sacred text.
What is the relationship between SPOT and YOTC?
SPOT grew from YOTC youth ministry.
Name three major Ethiopian Orthodox feasts.
Lidet, Timket, Fasika.
Sing or recite a hymn about Saint Paul.
"Deacon sings Paul’s hymn". (e.g. The Holy Apostle, St Paul the Apostle, etc.)
Name 5 duties of a deacon during liturgy.
Swings the censer with incense to honor God and purify the church.
Reads Scripture like the Epistles or Psalms out loud.
What is the name of the one-day fast right before Christ's baptism/Epiphany and before nativity?
The Paramount Fast/Tsome Gehad
What is the primary purpose of Ethiopian Orthodox hymns during fasting seasons?
To inspire prayer and reflection.