Feasts and fasts
Name the feast celebrated on January 7th in the Coptic church.
Feast of the Nativity
Who was the first Coptic Pope?
Saint Mark the Apostle
What is the animal that symbolizes Saint Mark in Coptic iconography?
A lion
What is the name of the hymn sung during the resurrection liturgy?
Christos Anesti (Christ is Risen)
How many days is the Fast of Jonah?
3 days
Who is the current Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church?
Pope Tawadrous 2
What color is traditionally associated with the Theotokos, Saint Mary, in icons?
Blue
Which hymn is traditionally sung during Good Friday to honor the crucifixion?
Golgotha
Which feast occurs 50 days after the Resurrection?
Pentecost
Which 20th-century Pope is known for his deep spiritually and miracles?
Pope Kyrillos 6
In Coptic icons, what does the cross represent?
What is the name of the main Coptic liturgy used in most Coptic Orthodox churches?
Liturgy of Saint Basil
What is the name of the fast that starts after the Feast of the Cross and ends on November 21st?
Fast of the Advent
Who was the Coptic Pope during the Council of Chalcedon in 451 AD?
Pope Discorus 1
Which figure in Coptic icons is usually depicted holding a sword to symbolize their martyrdom?
Saint George
Which hymn is sung to honor Saint Mary, the Theotokos, in Coptic Orthodox liturgies?
Tenen (You are more honorable)