The Books
How many books are in the New Testament?
What is 27 books.
What is the crucifixion?
The crucifixion is the execution of Jesus by being nailed to a cross by the Romans.
What is the Resurrection?
The Resurrection is when Jesus rose from the dead on the third day after His crucifixion.
What is the Paschal Mystery?
The Paschal Mystery refers to Jesus’ Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension.
What are the four main sections of the New Testament?
The four main sections are the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, the Epistles (letters), and the Book of Revelation.
Who sentenced Jesus to be crucified?
Pontius Pilate sentenced Jesus to be crucified.
On what day did Jesus rise from the dead?
He rose on the third day, which is celebrated as Easter Sunday.
What does the word “Paschal” mean?
“Paschal” relates to Passover and sacrifice.
What does the word “Gospel” mean?
“Gospel” means “Good News.”
Why was Jesus condemned to death?
He was accused of claiming to be the King of the Jews and threatening authority.
Who first discovered that Jesus’ tomb was empty?
Women followers of Jesus, including Mary Magdalene, discovered the empty tomb.
What four main events make up the Paschal Mystery?
Jesus’ suffering (Passion), crucifixion (Death), Resurrection, and Ascension.
What are the Synoptic Gospels?
Matthew, Mark, and Luke are the Synoptic Gospels.
What type of punishment was crucifixion in the Roman Empire?
It was a brutal form of execution used for criminals and rebels.
What did the angel tell the women at the tomb?
The angel told them that Jesus had risen and was not there.
Why is the Paschal Mystery important in Christianity?
It is important because it is how Jesus saved humanity from sin and death.
What is the purpose of the Acts of the Apostles?
Acts continues the story of Luke’s Gospel and describes the early beginnings of the Church.
What did the soldiers place on Jesus’ head?
They placed a crown of thorns on His head.
What was rolled away from the tomb?
The large stone sealing the tomb was rolled away.
How does the Last Supper connect to the Paschal Mystery?
At the Last Supper, Jesus prepared His disciples for His sacrifice and established the Eucharist.