Mod 5 Flashcards
1
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Apocalyptic
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A literary genre that discloses a heavenly, eschatological perspective on the events of human history (from Greek word meaning “unveiling” or “revelation”)
2
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Genre
A
A distinct type of literature with common characteristics and specific and specific guidelines for interpretation.
3
Q
Hebrew
A
The language spoken about by the ancient Israelites.
4
Q
Koine Greek
A
The “common” or trade language of the Greco-Roman world.
5
Q
Latin
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The native language of the Romans during antiquity.
6
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Aramaic
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The language spoken by most Jewish people in Palestine during the time of Jesus.
