Miracles And Parables Flashcards

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What time did the calming of the storm happen?

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In the evening

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Describe the weather conditions when the disciples woke Jesus.

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A violent storm with strong winds and waves breaking over the boat

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What three words did Jesus say to the waves to calm them?

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“Quiet! Be still!”

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Why did Jesus ask the disciples if they had no faith?

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Because they were afraid and did not trust that He had power over the storm

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What does verse 41 show about the relationship between Jesus and His disciples?

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The disciples were amazed and fearful, realizing Jesus had divine power over nature

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At what time of day did the walking on water miracle happen?

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During the fourth watch of the night (between 3 AM and 6 AM)

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Describe Peter’s reactions to this miracle.

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At first, he had faith and walked on water, but then he became afraid and began to sink

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Is Peter right to doubt Jesus?

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No, because Jesus had already shown His power, but Peter’s human weakness led him to doubt

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Why did Peter begin to sink?

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Because he took his eyes off Jesus and focused on the wind and waves, losing faith

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In both miracles, what quality does Jesus mention?

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Faith

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Why was this so important?

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Because faith in Jesus allows people to trust in His power and overcome fear

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How many people were in the crowd?

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There were about 5000 men, but when counting women and children, the total number would have been even higher.

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What did Jesus do with the bread and the fish?

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Jesus took the five loaves and two fish, gave thanks, broke them, and distributed them to the people, miraculously multiplying the food so that everyone had enough to eat.

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How many baskets of food were left over after everyone had finished eating?

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There were twelve baskets of leftover food after everyone had finished eating.

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What did the people say about Jesus after the miracle?

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The people were amazed and said, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” Some even wanted to make Him king because of this miracle.

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What happens in the Catholic Mass that is linked to this story?

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In the Catholic Mass, the Eucharist reflects this miracle, as Jesus provides spiritual nourishment through His body and blood, just as He provided physical food to the crowd.

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Do you think of this miracle as a literal event or a symbolic event?

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Some people believe it was a literal event, showing Jesus’ divine ability to perform miracles. Others see it as a symbolic event, representing the importance of sharing and trusting in God’s provision. Many believe it has both literal and symbolic meanings.

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What happened at the Wedding of Cana?

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The Jesus was at a wedding when the wine ran out. Jesus told the servants to fill six large stone jars of water. The servants then took the water to the master and it turned into wine.

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Why is this miracle significant?

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It was Jesus’ first miracle, It demonstrated Jesus’ compassion, It symbolized the new covenant and It strengthened the faith of His disciples

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What happened in the Healing of the Paralysed man?

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Jesus was preaching in a house in Capernaum when 4 men bought a paralysed man to Jesus.Because they couldn’t get through they made an opening in the roof and lowered the man down to Jesus. Jesus saw their faith and said “Son, your sins are forgiven. Jewish teachers of the law got mad because they thought only God could forgive sins. To prove his authority, Jesus told the man to get up, take his mat, and walk—and he was instantly healed.

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What Part Did Faith Play in This Story?

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The faith of the paralysed man and his friends was crucial. They believed that Jesus had the power to heal, which led them to go to great lengths—breaking through the roof—to reach Him.
Jesus recognised their strong faith and responded by forgiving and healing the man.

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Why Were the Jewish Teachers of the Law Angry?

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The teachers of the law were angry because Jesus forgave sins, which they believed only God had the authority to do.
They accused Jesus of blasphemy, as He was claiming a divine power that, in their view, belonged to God alone.

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What Does This Story Tell Us About Who Jesus Is?

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This story reveals that Jesus has divine authority—not only to heal but also to forgive sins, proving that He is the Son of God.

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What is a good key quote from Jesus?
"Which is easier: to say to this paralysed man, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up, take your mat and walk’?" (Mark 2:9)
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What happened in the raising of Lazarus?
Alter being dead for 4 days, Jesus came to Bethany to bring Lazarus back to life. Jesus went to the tomb and told the people to roll the stone away. Lazarus then ran out, still wrapped in burial cloths.
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How Might Lazarus Have Felt After Being Brought Back to Life?
Lazarus might have felt confused and disoriented, waking up in a dark tomb. He may have experienced overwhelming gratitude towards Jesus for restoring his life. He might have felt a renewed sense of purpose, realizing that Jesus had saved him for a reason. He could have also felt awe and amazement, knowing that he had witnessed God’s power firsthand.
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How Might Mary and Martha Have Felt When Jesus Did Not Come for Two Days?
They likely felt deep sorrow and grief as they watched their brother die. They may have felt disappointed and confused, wondering why Jesus, whom they trusted, had not come sooner. They could have felt abandoned, questioning why Jesus did not prevent Lazarus' death. However, they still had faith in Jesus, as Martha said, "Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died." (John 11:21)
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What are Three Human Qualities/Emotions Jesus Shows in This Story
Compassion – Jesus saw Mary and the others weeping and was deeply moved. Quote: "When Jesus saw her weeping... he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled." (John 11:33) Grief – Jesus showed His human emotions by weeping for His friend. Quote: "Jesus wept." (John 11:35) Love – Jesus cared deeply for Lazarus and his sisters. Quote: "Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus." (John 11:5)
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Where and when was Bernadette born?
St. Bernadette was born in Lourdes, France, on January 7, 1844.
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How old was Bernadette when she saw her first vision of ‘the beautiful Lady’?
Bernadette was 14 years old when she saw her first vision of the Virgin Mary in 1858.
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How did Bernadette’s family and the townspeople react to Bernadette’s claims?
At first, her family was worried and doubtful. Some townspeople mocked her, while others were curious or believed in her visions.
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What three things did the ‘beautiful lady’ ask of Bernadette regarding the spring?
The Virgin Mary asked Bernadette to: Dig in the ground to reveal a hidden spring. Drink and wash in the water from the spring. Tell the priests to build a chapel at the site.
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What miraculous event happened the day after this request?
The spring began to flow with clear water, and people who washed in it reported miraculous healings
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How did Bernadette react to the hostility she was receiving from those around her? Did she change her story?
Despite criticism and questioning, Bernadette remained calm and firm in her testimony. She never changed her story about the visions.
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When Bernadette asked the ‘beautiful lady’ her name, what did the Lady reply?
The Lady replied, “I am the Immaculate Conception.”
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Did the Catholic Church declare that Bernadette’s visions of the Virgin Mary were real?
Yes, in 1862, the Catholic Church officially confirmed the authenticity of Bernadette’s visions.
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How many miracles have the Catholic Church declared genuine miraculous cures?
The Catholic Church has officially recognized 70 miraculous healings at Lourdes.
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10. When she became a nun, what name did Bernadette choose to take?
She took the religious name Sister Marie-Bernard.
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Why was February 18th chosen as Saint Bernadette’s feast day?
February 18th was chosen because it was the day the Virgin Mary made a promise to Bernadette that she would be happy in heaven.
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What promise to the Jewish people does God fulfill during this miracle?
God fulfills His promise to provide for His people, just as He did when He gave manna to the Israelites in the wilderness during their journey from Egypt.
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This is the only miracle that is found in all four Gospels. What does this tell you about its importance?
This tells us that the miracle was highly significant to the early Christians. It demonstrated Jesus' divine power, His compassion, and His ability to provide for both physical and spiritual needs.
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Why was using parables a natural teaching method for Jesus in Palestine?
Jesus used parables because teaching through stories was already a common method in Palestine, making His messages relatable and easily understood by the people.
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How did the simplicity of parables benefit Jesus' teachings?
Parables are simple to remember and easy to pass on, which helped ensure that His teachings could be shared and retained by a wide audience.
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In what way do parables help explain deeper truths?
Parables help explain mysteries by using everyday items—like seeds, wheat, and oil lamps—to illustrate spiritual lessons and hidden truths in a way that is accessible to the listener
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How do parables encourage personal reflection among listeners?
Parables allow listeners to interpret the story for themselves, engaging their minds in uncovering the deeper meaning and applying the lesson to their own lives.
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Can you explain the Good Samaritan parable in a way that a younger sibling could understand?
A man was hurt and left on the side of the road, and while a priest and another important person walked by without helping him, a kind stranger—the Good Samaritan—stopped, cared for him, and made sure he got the help he needed.
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What is the message of the Good Samaritan parable
The parable teaches us that we should always show kindness and help others, no matter who they are.
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What are the key points of the Parable of the Good Samaritan?
A man was attacked, robbed, and left injured on the side of the road. A priest and a Levite passed by without helping him. A Samaritan, who was usually not liked by the people, stopped to help. The Samaritan cared for the injured man by bandaging his wounds and taking him to an inn. The story shows that true kindness means helping anyone in need, regardless of differences.
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What is racism?
Racism is the belief that one race is inherently superior or inferior to another, which leads to unfair treatment, discrimination, and systemic inequality based on race or ethnicity.
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What is prejudice?
Prejudice is a preconceived opinion or attitude about a person or group that is not based on reason or actual experience, often resulting in biased behavior and discrimination.
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What is gender discrimination?
Gender discrimination is the unequal treatment or unfair actions directed at individuals solely because of their gender, often leading to limitations in opportunities and rights.
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What is antisemitism?
What is antisemitism? A: Antisemitism is a form of prejudice and discrimination specifically directed against Jewish people, based on unfounded stereotypes and hostility
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Why did the younger son ask for his share of the property?
The younger son asked for his share of the property because he wanted to leave home and live his life independently, eager to experience the pleasures of the world without waiting for his father's death.
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What did the younger son waste his money on?
The younger son wasted his money on a life of reckless living, spending it on extravagant parties, luxuries, and other indulgences that did not contribute to his long-term well-being.
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In what ways does the behavior of the younger son damage his relationships with his family?
The younger son wasted his money on a life of reckless living, spending it on extravagant parties, luxuries, and other indulgences that did not contribute to his long-term well-being.
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In what ways does the behavior of the younger son damage his relationships with his family?
His behavior damaged family relationships by showing a lack of respect and gratitude, as he rejected the values and care of his family, causing deep emotional pain and a sense of betrayal.
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What was the younger son prepared to do for his father when he got back?
Upon his return, the younger son was prepared to work as a servant for his father, acknowledging his unworthiness to be called a son due to his past mistakes.
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What mood does the father show when he sees the younger son returning?
The father shows a mood of overwhelming joy and compassion, running to embrace his son with open arms as soon as he sees him returning.
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What does the father do for the returning son and what does this mean?
The father not only forgives his son but also restores him by ordering a celebration, providing him with a new robe, a ring, and a feast, symbolizing the full restoration of his dignity and place in the family.
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How does the older son react to his brother’s return?
The older son reacts with anger and resentment, feeling that his years of loyal service have been overshadowed by the warm welcome given to his wayward brother.
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Why does the older son react this way? Is it fair?
The older son reacts out of jealousy and a sense of injustice because he believes his hard work should have earned him more recognition, though his reaction is not entirely fair since it fails to acknowledge the importance of forgiveness and unconditional love.
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Why do you think the parable is called the “Prodigal Son”?
It is called the “Prodigal Son” because the term “prodigal” means wastefully extravagant, reflecting the younger son’s reckless spending and squandering of his inheritance.
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Why do you think the parable is known as the “Lost Son”?
The parable is known as the “Lost Son” because the younger son loses not only his wealth but also his way, identity, and connection with his family until he finds his way back through repentance.
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When are we like the younger son and when are we like the older son in the parable?
We are like the younger son when we stray from our moral values or make poor choices and lose our way, and we are like the older son when we become self-righteous or resentful towards others who receive forgiveness.
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What is the link between the parable of the Prodigal Son and the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
The parable links to the Sacrament of Reconciliation by illustrating that, like the father who forgives his returning son, God offers forgiveness and restoration to those who repent and confess their sins, thereby renewing their relationship with Him.
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In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, who does the father represent?
The father represents God the Father, who is loving, forgiving, and ever-ready to welcome us back.
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In the parable, who does the younger son symbolize?
The younger son symbolizes us, humans, who often stray from the right path and commit sins.
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What does the younger son’s wasting of money represent in the parable?
Wasting money represents sinning, as it shows how humans misuse their resources and stray from what is right.
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What does the father's forgiveness symbolize in the story?
The father's forgiveness symbolizes God's willingness to forgive our sins when we are truly sorry and repentant
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What does it mean to sin?
Sin is when we choose to disobey God’s laws, harming our relationship with Him and others through our thoughts, words, or actions.
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What does the word "reconciliation" mean?
Reconciliation means restoring a broken relationship, especially making peace with God and others after sinning.
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Why do Catholics call it the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Catholics call it the Sacrament of Reconciliation because it is a sacred act where we confess our sins, receive God's forgiveness, and restore our relationship with Him.
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What happens during the confession stage of the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
In confession, the penitent (person confessing) tells their sins to a priest honestly and sincerely, acknowledging where they have gone wrong.
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What is penance in the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Penance is an act of prayer or good deed given by the priest to help the penitent make up for their sins and grow spiritually.