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Prologue/Book of Signs
Book of Glory, Epilogue
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In the first line of His Gospel, John uses this Greek word to refer to Jesus ("In the beginning was the ______")
"Logos" meaning "word"
100
Who was the author of John's Gospel?
1: John the Beloved Apostle, OR 2: John, disciple of John the Beloved Apostle, OR 3: various people working together
100
John emphasizes what branch of theology in his Gospel? Describe it.
Christology from Above/Ascending Christology: studies the meaning of Jesus Christ while stressing His heavenly origins, fundamental identity as the Son of God, and preexistence as the Logos (word of God)
100
When did the Last Supper begin and with what act? Who left the meal early?
It began one day earlier than in the other Gospels. At the beginning of the meal, Jesus washes the feet of his apostles in a great act of humility. Later, Judas Iscariot leaves early into the darkness (representing Satan).
200
his Death and Resurrection prefigured that of Jesus
Lazarus
200
Who was John's audience and what portrayal of Jesus did he stress?
various churches; theologically rich portrayal of Jesus (the Word, the Lamb of God, the Bread of Life, etc.)
200
Which of the seven signs in John is unique to his Gospel? Describe the sign and its significance.
Changing of Water into Wine at the Wedding at Cana - Shows Jesus' "ordinariness" in that He participated in all the normal activities of His people; Weddings are also symbolic of the Kingdom of Heaven; the sign itself fulfills an OT prophecy about flowing wine; Mary also is a perfect model of faith and acts as an intercessor/mediator
200
Name four similarities are shared across the different Resurrection narratives.
Answers may vary, but may include: Resurrection is a real event with historically verifiable elements, Mary Magdalene was present (and other women), tombstone had been rolled away and the tomb was empty, a messenger (maybe an angel) was present at the tomb, Jesus only appears to his followers/disciples.
300
this “festival of lights” celebrated the re-dedication of the Temple
Hanukkah
300
What sources did John use to write his Gospel?
independent sources: collection of miracle "sign" stories and version of the Passion/Resurrection narratives"
300
What was the third sign of Jesus described in John's Gospel? Describe it.
Cure of a Paralytic - was controversial because it occurred on the Sabbath day, and many "Jews" were angry with Jesus for it
300
What are the four implications of the Resurrection of Jesus?
Proves Jesus' divinity, accomplishes our salvation, frees us from sin/gives us new life, allows us to share in eternal life
400
this group of philosophers believed "the Word" was the spiritual principle that held the world together
Stoics
400
When was the Gospel of John written?
AD 90-100
400
Which two signs make references to the Book of Exodus and in what way?
Sign 4 - Feeding of the 5,000 - Recalls the manna which fell from heaven and shows how Jesus is the Bread of Life; Sign 5 - Jesus Walks on the Water - Recalls the parting of the Red Sea - reveals that Jesus is God
400
What three events in John 21 connect both with the past and future?
1-Jesus helps the disciples catch fish - we too should fish for people and bring them into the church; 2-Jesus prepares breakfast - reference to the Eucharist and how Jesus is the Bread of Life; 3-Jesus asks Peter 3x if he loves Him - shows forgiveness and reconciliation
500
refers to the philosophers who believed only “the Word" could reveal secret knowledge
Gnostics
500
What two purposes did John have in writing his Gospel? Be specific!
1-strengthen the faith, and 2-win converts (especially by combating the false teaching that John the Baptist, not Jesus, was the Messiah)
500
What is the most important miracle in John's Gospel? Describe it.
Raising of Lazarus from the dead - prefigures Jesus' own Death and Resurrection (Jesus is the way to life; we must have FAITH)
500
Explain and identify the different allegorical elements of the parable of the vine.
vine - Jesus, vinegrower - God, pruning - cutting away the sin (e.g. Reconciliation), branches - all of us, fruit - Word of God, success