Bible Basics
Who was the first man created by God?
Adam
What is the long fasting season before Easter called?
Great lent (Abiy Tsom)
Who is the mother of Jesus Christ?
St. Mary
What do we call spiritual songs sung in church?
Mezmur
What is one simple way to start your day with God?
Prayer
Who led the Israelites out Egypt
Moses
What direction do we face during liturgy?
East
Which apostle was formerly known as Saul?
St. Paul
Guess the mezmur
Melody of Yared
The first miracle performed by Jesus Christ. When and where?
Turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana of Galilee.
Name 5 books in the Bible that start with P
Psalms
Proverbs
Philippians
Philemon
1 Peter
2 Peter
What language is traditionally used in EOTC Liturgy?
Ge'ez
Who is known as the father of Ethiopian church music?
St. Yared
Finish the lyrics
I have been purchased by your precious blood….
Name one of the 9 Saints from today's presenation.
Abune Yemata
Abune Aregawi
Aba Gerima
Abba Alef
Abba Liqanos
Abba Sehma
Abba Gubba
Abba Afse
Abba Pantelewon
Which disciple denied Jesus 3 times
Peter.
What item is used by priests during services to represent prayer rising to God?
Incense(Etan)
Which Ethiopian saint is known for standing on one leg in prayer for years?
St. Tekle Haymanot
What is the biblical book that contains many songs and is often used in church hymns?
Psalms
According to Christ, what is the greatest commandment?
Love God (and love your neighbor)
Where was St. Paul going when He encountered Jesus Christ?
On the road to Damascus
How many official fasting periods does the Ethiopian Orthodox Church observe?
Over 200 fasting days or 7 official fasting seasons
Which angel saved Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fire in the Old Testament?
Archangel Michael.
Ethiopian Orthodox chant is divided into three main musical modes created by Saint Yared. Name them
Ge’ez, Ezel, and Araray?
What is the difference between the scriptures of the Canon?
Scriptures: writings that are sacred
Canon: a list/collection of these writings