Gospels
What are the 3 synoptic Bibles?
Matthew, Mark, Luke
What does recontextualisation mean?
What was the name of the ancient Egyptian sun god?
Ra
Whta is a prophet?
someone who speaks God’s message and challenges injustice
How old was Jesus when he died?
33
Which gospel was written last?
John
Why are parables often chosen to recontextualise?
They have clear morals/messages.
What is acrophobia a fear of?
Heights
What was Jesus’ profession before he began preaching?
carpenter
Who was the first winner of american idol
Kelly Clarkson
What language was Luke written in?
Classic Greek
What can change in a recontextualised story?
Setting, characters, time period, and situation.
how many elements are in the periodic table?
118
Name the 4 major prophets
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel
In what decade was the internet created?
1960's
Who is the only non-Jewish author?
Luke
Explain why recontextualisation is necessary for modern audiences.
Ancient contexts are different, so updating the setting helps people understand and apply the message today.
Which city would you be in if you were standing on the Spanish Steps?
Rome
What job did many of Jesus’ disciples have
fisherman
How many dots appear on a pair of dice?
42
I am written not just to record, but to teach,
My meaning goes far beyond what you can read on each page.
If you take me literally, you may miss my aim.
What am I?
moral/message
I was once a man left hurt on a dangerous road,
Now I sit alone while others scroll past me on their phones.
One person stops when no one else will—
Who am I?
A recontextualised version of the Good Samaritan
What sporting event has a strict dress code of all white?
Wimbeldon
Name 3 countries that border the Red Sea that Moses parted.
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Sudan, Eritrea, and Djibouti
Which country has the most islands?
Sweden