CHRISTMAS
What date do Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas?
7th of January
Who lead the Israelites out of Egypt?
Moses
What is the main language used in the Ethiopian Orthodox liturgy?
Ge’ez
This city is known as the birthplace of Jesus.
Bethlehem
What is the name of the fasting we do in preparation for Christmas? (in Amharic)
Tsome Nebiyat
This woman became queen and saved her people from a plot to destroy them?
Esther
What is the name of the traditional Ethiopian Orthodox cross?
Lalibela Cross
This mountain is where Moses received the Ten Commandments.
Mount Sinai
Which angel announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds in the fields?
Angel Gabriel
Which disciple doubted Jesus' resurrection until he saw the wounds?
St Thomas
Name 5 out of the 7 major fasting periods of our church
Any 5 of:
This river is associated with the location where Moses was found as a baby.
Nile River
In the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, what is the name of the celebration that commemorates the baptism of Jesus?
Timket
This woman was turned into a pillar of salt for looking back at the destruction of her city.
Lot’s wife
What is the title of the head of the Ethiopian church?
Patriarch
This body of water is where Jesus walked on water.
Sea of Galilee
What does the name "Emmanuel," which is used for Jesus, mean?
God with us
This Old Testament figure is known for his wisdom and for building the first temple in Jerusalem.
Solomon
Who is said to have founded the Ethiopian Orthodox Church?
Saint Frumentius
Which ancient city is known for its walls and was the first city conquered by the Israelites after leaving Egypt?
Jericho