Chapter 13
What are the beatitudes?
teachings of Jesus that summarize the New Law of Christ and describe the actions and attitudes by which one can discover genuine happiness.
John's Gospel is divided into two major sections: what are they?
the Book of Signs and the Book of Glory
What are evangelists?
another term for the authors who wrote the Gospel
What is the Pentecost?
the fiftieth day following Easter, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit on the early Apostles and disciples
What are the Catholic Letters?
Seven letters attributed to the Apostles and Disciples
What is the Magnificat?
In the Canticle of Mary, Mary sings of a God who lifts up the lowly, feeds the hungry, and sends the rich away empty.
In the Gospel of John, what does the "Bread of Life" refer to?
Jesus' Body and Word
What is the meaning of kerygma?
a Greek word meaning "proclamation" or "preaching"
What is an epistle?
another name for a new testament letter
Who is Saint Paul?
Embarked on the three missionary journeys to bring the Light of Christ to all
What are parables?
short stories that use everyday images to communicate religious messages.
What word is a title of Jesus Christ found in the Gospel of John that illuminates the relationship between the three Persons of the Holy Trinity?
Logos, a Greeks word meaning "Word"
What are the synoptic gospels?
the name given to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, because they are similar in style and content
What are apostates?
a person who was a believer but has abandoned his or her faith.
Who is Saint Stephen?
Was filled with the power to do "great wonders and signs", and prophesied about how Jesus' life, especially his Death and Resurrection, fulfilled the Torah. Became the first martyr
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by willingly accepting suffering and death for our salvation, Jesus modeled for us the path of true ___
discipleship
How are John's Gospels different from the synoptic Gospels?
the synoptic Gospels emphasize the humanity of Jesus, whereas the Gospel of John stresses his divinity
What is the Quelle?
a theoretical collection of ancient documents of the teachings of Jesus share among the the early followers of Christianity.
What are the Pauline letters?
thirteen new testament letters attributed to Saint Paul or to disciples who wrote in his name.
Who is Saint Peter
Preached a message of repentance and forgiveness. Called disbelieving Israelites to a conversion of heart so the Risen Messiah might wipe away their sins
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the Gospel of Matthew tells us that Jesus did not come to get rid of the _________ he came to fulfill it.
Law of Moses
In John's account of the Last Supper, what defining moment demonstrated the path of authentic discipleship?
Jesus' humble act of washing the feet of his disciples
What is a Gospel?
greek word meaning "good news", reffering to the four books attributed to Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
What is apocalyptic literature
a literary form that uses dramatic events and highly symbolic language to offer hope to a people in crisis
What are the three major themes in Revelation
1.) a renewed commitment to faith
2.) message of consolation
3.) a call to maintain hope