C4.7 - Advent Flashcards
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What is Advent? [2]
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- period of waiting and preparation
- for Jesus’ birth at Christmas and His second coming
2
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What is Second Coming? [1]
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at the end of the world, Jesus will return to Earth
3
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What is done during Advent? [3]
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- fasting
- prayer
- charity
4
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What was fasting during Advent? [1]
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- fasting (eating less food) to focus on God
5
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What was prayer and charity during Advent? [2]
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- Many Christians spend this time praying and reading the Bible
- and helping others like donating food or volunteering.
6
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What are things churches may include during Advent services? [3]
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- lighting one candle
- reading Bible passages
- singing hymns
7
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What is lighting one candle and what does it symbolise? [2]
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- lighting it on an Advent wreath each week
- symbolises hope, love, joy and peace
8
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What is reading Bible passages? [2]
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- about Jesus’ birth
- about the prophecies of His coming
9
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What is singing hymns? [1]
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- like O come, O come Emmanuel
10
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What are the religious reasons for observing Advent? [1]
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- reminds Christians of the promises in the Bible about Jesus’ first and second comings.
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What does the Advent Wreath symbolise? [2]
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- with its circular shape representing God’s eternal love
- and the candles symbolising Jesus as the Light of the World.
12
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What is the social significance of observing Advent? [2]
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- brings families and communities together by lighting the Advent wreath or using an Advent calendar
- promotes generosity as people give to charities and organise events for the less fortunate.
13
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How do Roman Catholics observe Advent? [2]
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- focus on repentance and preparation
- lighting Advent candles at Mass
14
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How do Eastern Orthodox observe Advent? [2]
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- fasting from meat, oil, dairy
- focus on prayer and charity
15
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How do Anglican/Protestant observe Advent? [3]
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- Advent carol services
- charity events
- Advent calendars
