Exam 3 Flashcards
What is the central point of the book of Mark?
Mark was not an apostle, but wrote his gospel under apostolic authority due to his close association with Peter. (Gospel recognized by the early church)
When was the book of Mark written?
A.D. mid-60s following the death of Peter in Rome
Where was Mark written?
Rome
What is the key word in the book of Mark? What did it show?
“Immediately”– shows the pace of the action
What is the summation of the focus of the gospel of Mark?
The WORKS of Christ over the WORDS of Christ
What is one of the themes of the book of Mark?
The Passion of Jesus Christ–40% of the gospel material is given to one week of Christ’s life and ministry
What is the emphasis on Christ in the book of Mark?
“Christ as Servant”
What ethnicity was Luke?
Greek; He was a Gentile
Who was the book of Luke written to?
Theophilus
Where was Luke from?
Two options:
1. Antioch of Syria
2. Philippi
Who was a companion of Luke?
Paul
(Acts 16:10-17, 20:5-21, and 27:1-28:16 show this)
When was the book of Luke written?
A.D. 57-59 which corresponds with Paul’s imprisonment in Caesarea
Where was Luke written?
Caesarea (Israel)–Likely from the praetorium
Who is the secondary readership of Luke?
Gentile converts
What is the emphasis on Christ in the book of Luke?
Christ as the “Son of Man”
What was John’s family trade?
The family appears to be one of financial means evidenced by the status of fisherman and “hired servants”
What is a trammel net?
Used to fish in shallow water at night; big fish can rip nets/silt nets so constant mending and washing was needed