C-E Flashcards
What are the first five books of the New Testament?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, John and Acts
Who were Cain and Abel?
Sons of Adam and Eve who offered sacrifices to God
Cain murdered Abel out of jealousy.
What punishment did Cain receive for murdering Abel?
Exiled by God to a life of wandering
God also marked Cain to protect him during his wanderings.
What does the ‘mark of Cain’ refer to?
An individual’s or humankind’s sinful nature
It symbolizes the consequences of sin.
What is Calvary?
The hill near Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified
Also known as Golgotha, which means ‘Place of the Skull’.
What does the expression ‘Cast thy bread upon the waters’ mean?
Good deeds will ultimately benefit the doer
Originates from the Book of Ecclesiastes in the Old Testament.
What is the Latin meaning of Calvary?
Place of the Skull
This name reflects the location’s grim history.
Fill in the blank: The ‘mark of Cain’ now refers to an individual’s or humankind’s _______.
sinful nature
True or False: Cain was rewarded for his sacrifice to God.
False
Abel’s sacrifice was accepted, while Cain’s was not.
What is the meaning of ‘chapter and verse’ in the context of the Bible?
The means of locating passages in the Bible, e.g., Matthew 19:18 means chapter 19, verse 18 of the Book of Matthew
In general use, giving ‘chapter and verse’ means giving precise evidence for a proposition.
What is a cherub?
One of the groups of the angels
In the Old Testament, God is often described as sitting on a throne supported by cherubim. In Renaissance art, cherubim are depicted as chubby babies with wings.
What does the term ‘Chosen People’ refer to?
A term applied to the Jews
According to the Old Testament, God chose the descendants of Abraham through the line of Isaac and Jacob as the people through whom he would reveal himself to the world.
Who are the ancestors of today’s Jews according to the Old Testament?
Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob
God freed the descendants from slavery in Egypt and led them into the Promised Land.
What is the title ‘Christ’ mean?
‘Messiah’ or ‘anointed one’
This title is specifically used for Jesus.
Define a Christian.
A follower or disciple of Jesus; someone who believes Jesus is the Christ or Messiah
The New Testament mentions that the followers of Jesus were first called Christians within a few years after his death.
Fill in the blank: The special coat that Jacob gave to Joseph is called a _______.
special coat
What is the literal meaning of the term ‘covenant’?
A CONTRACT
In a religious context, it refers specifically to agreements made between God and his people.
In the Bible, what is a covenant?
An agreement between God and his people, where God makes promises and requires certain conduct
These covenants often include specific commitments from both parties.
Who were the key figures God made covenants with in the Old Testament?
- Noah
- Abraham
- Moses
Each figure received specific promises and requirements from God.
What promise did God make to Noah in the Old Testament?
He would never again destroy the Earth with a flood
This promise is often symbolized by the rainbow.
What covenant did God make with Abraham?
He would become the ancestor of a great nation, contingent on Abraham’s obedience and circumcision of all males
This covenant established a significant lineage for the Israelites.
What did God promise Moses regarding the Israelites?
They would reach the Promised Land if they obeyed the Mosaic Law
The Mosaic Law includes various commandments and guidelines for living.
In the New Testament, what promise does God make?
SALVATION to those who believe in JESUS
This represents a new covenant through faith in Christ.
What is the first verse of the creation account in Genesis?
“In the BEGINNING God created the HEAVENS and the EARTH.”
How many days did God take to complete the Creation according to Genesis?
Six days
Who were created on the sixth day of Creation?
ADAM and Eve
What did God do on the seventh day of Creation?
He rested
How does Genesis describe the creation of Adam?
Made from clay
What is the significance of the ‘crown of thorns’?
A mock crown placed on Jesus’ head before the Crucifixion
What phrase did the Roman soldiers say while mocking Jesus?
‘Hail, King of the JEws!’
What does the expression ‘crown of thorns’ symbolize in common usage?
Anything that causes intense suffering
What event does ‘Crucifixion’ refer to?
The death of Jesus on the cross
Who betrayed Jesus leading to his crucifixion?
Judas Iscariot
Who was the Roman governor that condemned Jesus?
Pontius Pilate
What did Pilate do to indicate that Jesus’ fate was no longer his responsibility?
Washed his hands
Where was Jesus crucified?
Calvary near Jerusalem
What did Jesus say shortly before his death?
‘FATHER, FORGIVE THEM, FOR THEY KNOW NOT WHAT THEY DO.’
What do Christians believe about Jesus’ death and resurrection?
They make salvation possible
Fill in the blank: The ‘road to _______’ refers to a significant turning point in Saul’s life.
Damascus
Who was Saul on his way to Damascus to arrest?
Christians
What happened to Saul on the road to Damascus?
He had a conversion experience
What did Saul see that led to his conversion?
A dazzling light
What did the voice say to Saul during his conversion?
‘Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?’
What was the name of the prophet mentioned in the text?
Daniel
Who was David in the context of the Old Testament?
A great king of the Israelites, originally a shepherd
What significant feat did David accomplish as a youth?
He killed Goliath, the giant Philistine warrior
How did David defeat Goliath?
By hitting him in the forehead with a stone flung from a sling
What position did King Saul give to David after he defeated Goliath?
Command of his army
What was the nature of King Saul’s feelings towards David after David’s success?
Jealousy, leading him to try to kill David
What major action did David take after Saul’s death?
He became king of the Israelites
What was one of David’s notable moral failings?
His affair with Bathsheba and arranging the death of her husband
What artistic talent is David known for?
Being a harpist
Which biblical texts are attributed to David?
Many of the Psalms
Who were some of David’s descendants?
Solomon and the subsequent kings of Israel and Judah
According to the Gospels, who is descended from David?
Jesus
What does a ‘David and Goliath’ contest represent?
An unequal contest where one side is far bigger or more numerous than the other
What is the significance of the phrase ‘Let the dead bury their dead’?
It expresses impatience to move ahead without pausing over details or ceremonies
What are the Dead Sea Scrolls?
A large collection of written scrolls containing nearly all of the Old Testament
Where were the Dead Sea Scrolls found?
In a cave near the Dead Sea in the late 1940s
Who collected the Dead Sea Scrolls?
The Essenes, a religious community of Jews
What value do the Dead Sea Scrolls provide?
Information about the Bible and Judaism during the period
What is the essence of the command ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’?
It is a moral principle encouraging empathy and reciprocity
What does the phrase ‘Dust thou art’ refer to?
A quote from the Book of Genesis regarding human mortality
What does the Sermon on the Mount emphasize?
Moral teachings and principles of Jesus
What is a disciple?
An active follower of a leader or movement, religious or otherwise.
What does the phrase ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’ refer to?
A command based on words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount.
What is the central ethical teaching of Jesus often referred to as?
The Golden Rule.
What does the phrase ‘Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return’ signify?
A reminder of Adam’s origin from the dust and the consequence of sin.
In which book of the Bible are the words ‘Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return’ found?
The Book of Genesis.
Who spoke the words ‘Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return’?
God.
What is the parallel commandment found in the Mosaic Law related to the Golden Rule?
Whatever is hurtful to you, do not do to any other person.
Fill in the blank: The command ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’ is often referred to as the _______.
Golden Rule.
True or False: The Golden Rule is a teaching that appears only in the New Testament.
False.
What is Ecclesiastes?
A book in the OLD TESTAMENT containing the reflections of a philosopher known as ‘the Preacher’
Ecclesiastes explores themes of vanity and the futility of human striving.
What does the phrase ‘Vanity of vanity’ signify in Ecclesiastes?
‘Striving is in vain because death comes to all’
This reflects the idea that earthly achievements do not impact one’s fate.
How does Ecclesiastes describe the nature of life?
‘There is no new thing under the sun’
This suggests a cyclical view of life and experiences.
What is the conclusion of Ecclesiastes regarding enjoyment of life?
One should enjoy the good things found in life until death brings oblivion
This emphasizes the transient nature of life.
What is the Garden of Eden?
A beautiful garden containing the tree of life, where God intended Adam and Eve to live in peaceful innocence
It symbolizes a state of perfect happiness.
What significant trees were in the Garden of Eden?
- Tree of Life
- Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil
Adam and Eve were forbidden to eat from the Tree of Knowledge.
What happened when Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit?
God drove them from the Garden
This event is known as the FALL OF MAN.
What does ‘Garden of Eden’ figuratively represent?
Any state or place of complete peace and happiness
It is often used to describe idyllic settings.
Where was ancient Egypt centered?
On the NILE RIVER
Egypt was an ancient empire in AFRICA.
Who ruled ancient Egypt?
A PHARAOH
The Pharaoh was considered a god and a political leader.
Which biblical figures are prominently associated with Egypt?
- Joseph and his brothers
- Moses
These figures are part of significant biblical narratives involving Egypt.
Who was Elijah?
A PROPHET of the OLD TESTAMENT who opposed idol worship
He faced persecution from Jezebel, the queen of Israel.
What miraculous event is associated with Elijah?
He was taken up to HEAVEN in a chariot of fire
This event highlights his prophetic significance.
What is the story of Esther about?
A beautiful Jewish woman chosen to be the queen of Persia
Esther plays a key role in saving her people.
What is the second book of the Old Testament?
Exodus
Exodus details the departure of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.
What significant events are associated with the Exodus?
- Departure of the Israelites from Egypt
- Ten plagues
- Parting of the Red Sea
- Receiving the Ten Commandments
- Wandering in the desert for forty years
- Manna and water from a rock
What does the term ‘Exodus’ mean?
Departure
Exodus is a Greek word.
What guided the Israelites during their journey?
- Pillar of cloud by day
- Pillar of fire by night
What was God’s response to the Israelites’ complaining?
Made them stay in the desert for forty years
What law did God give to the Israelites on Mount Sinai?
The Ten Commandments and the Mosaic Law
Define ‘an eye for an eye’.
Principle of justice requiring punishment equal in kind to the offense
What does the principle ‘an eye for an eye’ state?
“Thou shalt give life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot”
How did Jesus reinterpret the principle of ‘an eye for an eye’?
Called on his followers to turn the other cheek
What does the saying ‘it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle’ imply?
It is difficult for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God
