O-Z Flashcards
What is the Old Testament?
The first part of the Bible, believed by Christians to have its laws and prophecies fulfilled in Jesus.
The Old Testament includes texts sacred to both Judaism and Christianity.
What does the olive branch symbolize?
A sign of peace.
Originated from the branch brought by a dove to Noah’s ark signifying that the flood was receding.
What event is referred to as original sin?
The eating of the forbidden fruit by Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden.
This act led to their expulsion from Eden by God and is seen in Christian theology as the fall of all humans from divine grace.
What are parables?
Stories told by Jesus in the New Testament to convey his religious message.
Examples include the parable of the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son.
What does Passover commemorate?
The deliverance of the Israelites from the worst of the plagues of Egypt.
True or False: The phrase ‘there is no new thing under the sun’ suggests that everything that happens has happened before.
True
Fill in the blank: The act of eating the forbidden fruit by Adam and Eve is known as _______.
original sin
Name two parables told by Jesus.
- Good Samaritan
- Prodigal Son
What is the Passover festival commemorating?
The escape of the Israelites from Egypt
It includes a whole roasted lamb as the main dish, and the blood of the lamb was used to mark the Israelites’ houses.
What was the role of the Angel of Death during Passover?
To kill the firstborn males of the Egyptians
The Angel would ‘pass over’ the houses marked with lamb’s blood.
What meal do Jews repeat each spring in memory of their departure from Egypt?
The Passover meal
What significant event did the Last Supper represent?
A Passover meal
How are the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus interpreted in relation to Passover?
As the new Passover of the New Testament
Who are considered the patriarchs in the Old Testament?
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and the sons of Jacob
Refer to the story of Joseph and his brothers.
Who was Paul in the context of early Christianity?
An ancient Christian preacher and teacher, formerly an enemy of Christians
What transformative experience did Paul have on his way to Damascus?
He was blinded by a strong light from heaven and spoke to God
What does the phrase ‘pearl of great price’ symbolize?
Anything that is very valuable
What is the meaning of the saying ‘cast not your pearls before swine’?
Do not share something of value with those who will not appreciate it
What does Pentecost commemorate in the New Testament?
The day the Holy Spirit came to the disciples
What happened to the disciples on Pentecost?
They were filled with the Holy Ghost and spoke in other tongues
Who was Peter among the Apostles?
Chief among the Twelve Apostles, originally named Simon
What name did Jesus give to Simon, and what does it mean?
Peter, meaning ‘Rock’
What significant event did Peter deny during Jesus’ trial?
Being a follower of Jesus
What prophecy did Jesus make regarding Peter?
That Peter would be the rock upon which Jesus would build his church