Lesson 11 & 12 Flashcards
In the Mediterranean world of the NT, it was common for people to have more than one name. List four (4) types of names that might be used
a) Greek name
b) Hebrew name
c) Patronymic
d) Place where they were from
In ancient times, names were used that were important for what?
A given location
How did Mark structure his narrative sequence?
He often paired works of Christ with teachings of Christ
What real-life illustration followed Jesus’ teaching regarding divided kingdoms and binding the strong man?
The account of Jesus casting out the unclean spirits from the demoniac
Why did Mark use a lot of Latin terminology in his Gospel?
He was writing to a predominantly Roman audience
After Jesus urged His disciples to hear and understand the significance of His teaching, what did He do?
Opened the ears of a deaf man
What is the centre of Mark’s Gospel? Include a scripture reference
Peter’s confession: “Thou art the Christ” (Mark 8:27-34)
Why did Peter need a second touch?
He saw that Jesus was the Christ, but had no understanding of what Christ meant
The Synoptic Gospels didn’t explicitly tell the reader who Jesus was, so how were they supposed to figure it out?
Through seeing His acts and hearing His voice
In Jesus’ day, how was the Messiah expected to come?
As a conquering warrior to defeat the enemies of the Jews (specifically the Romans)
Although it was really a Messianic text, how did the Jews interpret Isaiah 53?
As a text speaking of Israel itself as the suffering servant of God
How was Jesus’ true identity revealed?
Not by miracles, but by the cross and the resurrection
Who are the most obedient beings in Mark’s Gospel?
The demons
In the ancient world, why were people perceived to suffer sickness?
Because they were sinful
The parable of the sower described why there was a need to have a Messianic Secret. Why was this?
Not everyone’s heart was ready to receive the Word of God
