OTC 101
Which day is considered the Sabbath?
Saturday
"Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
Jesus (Matthew 4:19)
On which day of Passion Week did Christ institute the Holy Eucharist?
Holy Thursday.
In which event does Jesus perform his first miracle?
The Wedding at Cana
Name one of the main holy books used in the Ethiopian and Eritrean Orthodox Churches besides the Bible.
Including but not limited to:
- The Synaxarium (Senksar)
- The Book of Hymns (Degwa)
- The Book of Church Order (Fetha Negest)
- The Praises of Mary (Wudase Mariam)
"Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water."
Peter (Matthew 14:28)
Which Sunday marks the beginning of Abi Tsome? (Give me the name not the date)
Zewerede
Who was the first king of Israel?
King Saul
Who is the current Patriarch of Eritrea?
Abune Basilos is the sixth Patriach
"Am I my brother’s keeper?"
Cain (Genesis 4:9)
Which feast is celebrated 50 days after Easter?
Pentecost - the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles
Which Old Testament event involved the crossing of the Red Sea?
The Exodus
What are the three main sacraments given to a baby when they first join the Orthodox Church?
Baptism, Chrismation (Confirmation), and Holy Communion
"Behold the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!"
John the Baptist (John 1:29)
What miracle did Jesus perform on Palm Sunday that led many to believe in Him?
Cursing the fig tree, which withered as a sign of spiritual barrenness (Matthew 21:18-22).
In which event did Jesus appear in radiant glory to three of his disciples?
The Transfiguration
Which two Apostles first preached Christianity in Ethiopia and Eritrea?
St. Matthew & St. Bartholomew
"Unless I see in His hands the print of the nails... I will not believe."
Thomas (John 20:25)
What is the significance of Good Friday's three-hour darkness during Christ's crucifixion?
The world's mourning and the separation of the divine nature from the human nature of Christ in His suffering.
Name 2 people/groups Paul wrote letters to while in prison?
Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon.