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Ch. 6! Theology./
BIG QUESTIONS
Question | Answer |
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Explain the difference between the five major groups that were in Israel at the time of Christ: Essenes, Samaritans, Zealots, Pharisees, Sadducees. | Pharisees- "separated"/ added rituals Samaritans- mixed/heretics Sadducees- polictal authority/denied angels Zealots- reaction to idoltary Essences- religous community/ baptisms |
What did Isaiah say about the coming Messiah? | Isiah said "nations shall come to your light" and "bring gold and frankincense" |
In what way is John the Baptist fulfilling part of Isaiah’s prophecy? | a voice crying out to the lord |
What is the significance of the prophet Malachi in relation to John the Baptist? | Malachi was before John the Baptist and foretold people that a prophet much like Elijah would come and turn the hearts of the people |
When was Jesus’ first miracle? What was special about this one? | The turning water into wine. this was unigue because it didnt invole a grand display for the world to see it was more like a simple gesture |
7. What did Christ’s miracles usually accomplish? What are the main types of miracles He would perform? | Most of His miracles would display His greatness to the world. The 3 types: 1) Connected with forgiving sins. 2) exhibiting power over demons. 3) corrected with sickness. |
What three gifts did the Magi bring, and what did they symbolize about Christ? | Frankincense- priesthood/spiritual divinity Myrrh- used to anoint priests of Israel Gold- Christs royalty |
What is the relationship between the Last Supper and the Passover? | The traditional Passover meal consisted of a lamb, unleavened bread, and bitter herbs. The clelebration consisted of 4 "cups" were shared with its own prayer and meaning |
What was the relationship between sin and sickness in the Old Testament? How did Christ impact this understanding? | a person who complains saying "I am sick" (sin) will be forgiven for their complainant |
What is the difference in the behavior of Judas and Peter after each betrayed Christ? | Judas repented but did not ask for mercy. Peter repented ans asked for mercy |