Coptic Saints and Martyrs
Who is often depicted with two swords riding on a horse?
Saint Philopateer Mercurius (Abu-Sefein)
What is the highest rank in the Coptic Church?
The Pope
Which feast is celebrated after 55 days of fasting?
The Feast of the Resurrection
What Sacrament happens 40 days after a boy is born and 80 days after a girl is born?
Baptism
A. How many Gospels were written? (50 Points)
B. Name them (50 Points)
A. 4
B. Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
Which Coptic martyr was a young boy who was killed for refusing to renounce his Christian faith?
Saint Abanoub
This is the title given to priests in the Coptic Church?
Abouna (Father)
How many times is The Feast of the Cross celebrated?
Twice (Tut 17 and Baramhat 10)
What sacrament is performed in the Coptic Church to signify the purification and renewal of a person
Sacrament of Repentance and Confession
Archangel Michael
Who is known as the "Father of the Monks"?
Saint Anthony the Great
What is the highest rank of priesthood?
Hegumen
Which Coptic feast is celebrated on January 7th?
The Feast of the Nativity
Which Sacrament happens directly after baptism?
The Sacrament of the Holy Myron
Name the current Pope and the two previous ones.
Pope Tawadrous II, Pope Shenouda III, Pope Kyrillos VI
This Saint, known for his prolific writings and defense against heresies, was a prominent figure in early Christian theology?
Saint Cyril of Alexandria
What is the highest rank in the order of deacon?
Archdeacon
Which Coptic feast celebrates the baptism of Jesus Christ?
The Feast of Theophany
Which Sacrament marks the union of two individuals that love one another?
Sacrament of Matrimony
What year did the Coptic Calendar start in?
284
This Coptic Saint is recognized for his role in defending the Christian faith during the Council of Nicaea?
Saint Athanasius of Alexandria
What is the name of the senior administrative body that assists the Pope in managing the affairs of the Coptic Orthodox Church?
The Holy Synod
What is the shortest fast in the Coptic Church?
Jonah's Fast
Matrimony, Priesthood and the Unction of the Sick
How many "Sister Churches" does the Coptic Church have?
Bonus: 500 points to name them
5
Syrian Orthodox, Armenian Orthodox, Ethiopian Orthodox, Eritrean Orthodox, and Indian Orthodox