Images of Jesus Flashcards
Real verses traditional
What are some similarities between the realistic image and the traditional image of Jesus?
Gender. Both look like they are male. Features. Both have dark features (hair and eyes)
What are some differences between the realistic image and the traditional image of Jesus?
Real image – hair and beard are curly and messy. Short.
Features: broad nose and face. Like someone you would meet walking to school.
Traditional image - Perfect Image - Hair and beard is groomed. Fine features: nose, eyes, lips, slender. Airbrushed/modified. Someone of importance - Staring off into the distance. Light glowing around his face.
Name the Gospel authors
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
Names each authors audience
Matthew - Jewish, Mark - Romans, Luke - Gentiles, John - All Christians of the World
Explain how Jesus fulfilled 3 of the Old Testament prophecies
Born of a virgin (GENESIS 3:15; ISAIAH 7:14—MATTHEW 1:21–23)
Pierced in his hands and feet (PSALM 22:16—JOHN 20:24–29)
Ascended into heaven (PSALM 68:18—ACTS 1:9)
What is the purpose of the gospels
Share the life and teachings of Jesus.
Share the good news/ good tidings.
Convince people to follow their faith
Identify the title of Jesus used in the bible passage below and explain what it tells us about Jesus.
“The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him” (John 3:2).
Teacher/Rabbi
It highlights His role as a divine messenger and reinforces the idea that God is with Him in His teaching and miraculous works.
Identify the title of Jesus used in the bible passage below and explain what it tells us about Jesus. “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!”
Lamb of God
Lambs are seen are gentle, loving, new life
Lambs are also used as sacrifices
God having given our new life, will sacrifice this for our sins
Identify and explain how a painter would portray Jesus based on one of the Gospel writers’ perspectives
Matthew - King - crown etc
Mark - Servant - worn clothes, lack of shoes
Luke - Man -
John - God - descending from clouds, halo glow - white
Why is the title “Lamb of God” for Jesus deeply significant in Christian faith?
For people of faith, this image of Jesus as the “Lamb of God” is a powerful reminder of his love, sacrifice, and the hope of salvation. It underscores the belief that through Jesus’ sacrifice, believers are offered forgiveness and a restored relationship with God.
Why is the title “Bread of Life” for Jesus’ rich with meaning for people of faith?
For people of faith, this image of Jesus as the “Bread of Life” is a powerful reminder of his role as the sustainer of their spiritual lives and the provider of eternal salvation. It underscores the belief that through Jesus, they receive the spiritual nourishment necessary for a fulfilling and everlasting relationship with God.
