Awaiting The Messiah Flashcards

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Define Messianic Expectation

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The hope of the Jewish that a new leader, a Messiah, would bring them to freedom

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By the first century, Jews in Palestine believed the Messiah would be:…

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  • Powerful king-like figure
  • Free them from foreign rulers
  • Would bring God’s peace and justice to all
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Who were prophets?

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They were holy men and women who carried messages from God. They told of God’s promise to send a great leader to guide snap rule Jewish people

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What does the word ‘Messiah’ mean?

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Messiah means anointed or chosen one

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In ancient Judaism, what happened to all new leaders such as kings or high priests?

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In ancient Judaism, all new leaders, such as kings or high priests, were anointed or blessed with oil

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What are the beliefs of the Messiah today?

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Christians believe that Jesus is the Messiah. Jews believe that the Messiah has yet to come

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