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When was Jesus probably born?

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Around 4 BCE.

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Where did Jesus spend most of his life?

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In Galilee.

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Who ruled Palestine at the time of Jesus’ birth?

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Caesar Augustus.

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Who was the Jewish ruler in Palestine when Jesus was born?

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Herod the Great.

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Who was the Roman governor of Judaea during Jesus’ life?

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Pontius Pilate.

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What was the attitude of the Jews towards Roman rule?

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They generally disliked it.

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What is the heart of the Jewish faith at the time of Jesus?

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The Temple in Jerusalem.

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What did Jews do at the Temple?

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They made sacrifices to their God.

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What does the term ‘Messiah’ mean?

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It means ‘anointed one.’

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What did most Jews expect the Messiah to do?

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Get rid of the Romans and allow their God to be King.

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What was the view of the Zealots towards Romans?

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They believed in using military force to get rid of them.

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What did the Pharisees believe regarding God’s Law?

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They believed in sticking rigidly to the Law given by God.

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What was the attitude of the Sadducees towards Roman rule?

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They didn’t mind Roman rule and collaborated with them.

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What is the significance of the term ‘Christ’ in relation to the Hebrew term?

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‘Christ’ is the Greek translation of the Hebrew ‘Messiah.’

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What problems did Pontius Pilate face as Roman governor?

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Revolts from Jews and managing tensions surrounding Jesus’ execution.

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Fill in the blank: The Jews believed their one God should be King over them, not _______.

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pagans.

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True or False: All Jews at the time of Jesus believed the same thing.

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False.

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What were the three main groups of Jews mentioned?

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  • Zealots
  • Pharisees
  • Sadducees
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What is one reason the Romans and Jews had problems understanding each other?

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They had different religious beliefs and gods.

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What does Isaiah 11 describe about the coming figure?

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A shoot from Jesse’s stump who will judge with righteousness.

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What does 2 Samuel 7 promise about David’s lineage?

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God will raise up a descendant to build a temple and secure a royal throne forever.

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According to Genesis 3:15, what is declared between the woman and the serpent?

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A war between their offspring.

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What promise is given in Genesis 12?

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God will make Abraham into a great nation and bless all families through him.

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What does Deuteronomy 18 say about the prophet to come?

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God will raise up a prophet like Moses from among their kin.

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What is the significance of Psalm 2?
It speaks of God's chosen king and his authority over nations.
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What does Zechariah 9 say about the coming king?
He will be humble and bring peace, riding on a donkey.
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How is the suffering servant described in Isaiah 53?
Despised and rejected, bearing the sins of many.
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What does Isaiah 61 outline about the mission of the anointed one?
To preach good news, heal the heartbroken, and announce freedom.
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What type of person is being described in the clues?
A king like David who offers peace and is a prophet like Moses.
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How might belief in a promised king affect someone's life?
They might live with constant questioning about when he will arrive.
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What is Hellenism?
Hellenism was a Greek law and a way of living.
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What was the Maccabean Revolt?
The Maccabean Revolt was when a group of Jews gathered to try and take back their land and laws.
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What happened after the Maccabean Revolt?
The Romans tried to take back the land and laws, which they were successful in, and then ruled for quite a long time.
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Who were the Sadducees?
The Sadducees were Jews from very rich families, many of whom were priests and religious leaders of the Temple in Jerusalem.
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What was the role of the Sadducees under Roman rule?
They cooperated with the Romans to maintain their position in the Temple.
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What was the Sanhedrin?
The Jewish court of law based in the Temple in Jerusalem.
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Who were the Pharisees?
The Pharisees were holy men who studied God's law and were the religious leaders of the local synagogue.
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How did the Pharisees view cooperation with the Romans?
The Pharisees did not cooperate with the Romans because they did not follow God's law.
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What was important to the Zealots?
The freedom of Palestine was important to the Zealots, who were Nationalists and hated the Roman conquerors.
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How did the Zealots view the Romans?
The Zealots refused to cooperate with the Romans and used violence to try to force them out.
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Where did the Essenes live?
The Essenes lived in the desert where they followed a strict religious life.
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What was the Essenes' belief about their religious purity?
They believed they alone were the true people of God and tried to keep the Jewish religion pure.
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How did the Pharisees believe the Kingdom of God would come?
Once everyone had done what God wanted and followed His law.
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What type of Messiah did the Zealots expect?
A strong and tough Messiah who would help them fight to regain their land.
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Who was Pontius Pilate?
The governor of Judaea who executed Jesus.
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What does bias mean?
Bias is a point of view that can affect our agreement with sources.
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What is the Talmud?
A Jewish holy book completed around 350 CE.
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How reliable is the Talmud as a source about Jesus?
It is not the most reliable as it does not provide straightforward facts.
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What is the significance of Mark's Gospel?
It is considered more reliable because it was written closer to the time of Jesus.
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What type of work did Josephus produce?
He wrote two important history books and is thought to be a fairly reliable historian.
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What is a characteristic of Tacitus as a historian?
He is thought to be a reliable Roman historian.
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What do secularists generally believe about Jesus?
They do not believe in his divinity or miraculous events as described in religious texts.
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What is the structure of the Bible?
The Bible is split into the Old Testament and the New Testament, each containing various sections.
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Why is it important to understand the context of the Bible?
Understanding who wrote the Bible helps to identify any biases in the text.
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What do Christians believe about the Old Testament in relation to the New Testament?
Christians believe the Old Testament prophesizes events in the New Testament.
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What is a common disagreement among Christians regarding Jesus?
Different interpretations of the Bible due to its evolution over time.
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Fill in the blank: The Sadducees were known for their _______ over people's lives.
power
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Fill in the blank: The Pharisees followed God's _______.
Law
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True or False: The Essenes were known for being less strict than the Pharisees.
False
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Fill in the blank: The Zealots were considered _______ by the Romans due to their violent actions.
terrorists
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Fill in the blank: The _______ was the Jewish court of law based in the Temple.
sanhedrin
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What are the two types of truths discussed in relation to Jesus?
Historical Truths and Religious Truths ## Footnote Historical Truths refer to facts about Jesus' life, while Religious Truths are accepted only by Christians as part of their beliefs.
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What does the account of Jesus feeding the five thousand demonstrate?
Compassion of Jesus and his ability to perform miracles ## Footnote The story illustrates Jesus' care for the crowd and his miraculous provision of food.
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Which Gospels include the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John ## Footnote This story is significant as it appears in all four Gospels, indicating its importance.
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What does the inclusion of the same story in all four Gospels suggest?
The story's importance to the early Christian community ## Footnote Its presence across multiple accounts highlights its significance in the teachings of Jesus.
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How do Matthew and Luke's versions of the Parable of the Lost Sheep differ?
Matthew compares the man to God, while Luke presents it more as a narrative ## Footnote Matthew's version is more instructional, while Luke's is more story-like.
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What might the differences between the Gospels indicate about their authors?
Different perspectives and purposes in writing ## Footnote Each Gospel writer had unique audiences and theological goals, influencing their narratives.
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True or False: Mark is believed to have been written after Matthew and Luke.
False ## Footnote It is commonly believed that Mark was written first, with Matthew and Luke drawing from it.
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Fill in the blank: The story of Jesus feeding the five thousand is found in _______.
all four Gospels
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What is the significance of the twelve basketfuls left over after the feeding of the five thousand?
Symbolizes abundance and God's provision ## Footnote The leftovers indicate that God's blessings exceed immediate needs.
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What is a potential challenge posed by the differences in Gospel accounts for truth-seekers?
It complicates the understanding of a singular narrative ## Footnote Variations can lead to differing interpretations of Jesus' life and message.
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What does the parable of the lost sheep illustrate about God's nature?
God's concern for individuals ## Footnote It emphasizes the joy in heaven over one sinner who repents.

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