The Bible in the EOTC
What is the first gospel of the Ethiopian Orthodox Bible?
Matthew
What does "Tewahedo" mean?
"Being made one" or "Unity" (referring to the belief in the one united nature of Christ)
Who was the first martyr in Christianity?
St Stephen (Dn. Estifanous, semiate)
How many books are in the Ethiopian Orthodox Bible?
81 books
Who is the current Patriarch of the EOTC?
His Holiness Abune Mathias I
Which Old Testament figure built the Ark to survive the Great Flood?
Noah
In which book/s of the Bible do we find the story of Christ’s birth?
The Gospel (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)
How many sacraments (Mysteries) does the EOTC recognise?
7
Who was the prophet that interpreted King Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams and was later thrown into a den of lions?
Daniel
In which Gospel does Jesus say, "Before Abraham was, I AM"?
Gospel of John (John 8:58)
How many times do Ethiopian Orthodox Christians pray daily according to the Church tradition?
Seven times a day, following the Book of Psalms (Psalm 119:164).
Who was the Old Testament figure taken up to heaven in a whirlwind without experiencing death?
Prophet Elijah
What is the name of the Queen who visited King Solomon and is an important figure in Ethiopian history?
Queen Sheba
What is the official language of the EOTC’s liturgy?
Ge’ez
Which New Testament figure was called by Jesus "a true Israelite in whom there is no deceit," and later became one of the Apostles?
Nathanael (also known as Bartholomew) (John 1:47).