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.”
