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1
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Who was the first Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus’?

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Job of Moscow

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In what year was the Patriarchate of Moscow established?

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1589

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True or False: The Russian Orthodox Church is the largest autocephalous Orthodox Church in the world.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The Patriarch of Moscow is considered the ______ of the Russian Orthodox Church.

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spiritual leader

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Who is the current Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church as of 2023?

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Patriarch Kirill I

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What title is given to the head of the Russian Orthodox Church?

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Patriarch

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Which Patriarch was known for his role during the Time of Troubles in Russia?

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Patriarch Filaret

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following Patriarchs served during the Soviet era? A) Alexius I B) Tikhon C) Kirill I

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B) Tikhon

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What significant event did Patriarch Tikhon declare in 1920?

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The independence of the Russian Orthodox Church from state control.

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True or False: The Patriarchate was abolished during the Soviet Union.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The Russian Orthodox Church is part of the ______ Orthodox tradition.

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Eastern

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Who was the first Patriarch to be elected after the restoration of the Patriarchate in 1943?

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Patriarch Sergius I

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Which Patriarch initiated the restoration of the Church’s influence in post-Soviet Russia?

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Patriarch Alexius II

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What is the primary governing body of the Russian Orthodox Church called?

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Holy Synod

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15
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True or False: The Patriarch of Moscow has authority over all Orthodox Christians worldwide.

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False

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What is the significance of the title ‘Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus’?

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It signifies the Patriarch’s leadership over the Orthodox faithful in Russia and beyond.

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17
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Who succeeded Patriarch Alexius II in 2009?

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Patriarch Kirill I

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18
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following Patriarchs was known for promoting ecumenical dialogue? A) Kirill I B) Alexius II C) Tikhon

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B) Alexius II

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What role does the Patriarch play in the Russian government?

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The Patriarch has significant influence but is formally separate from the government.

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Fill in the blank: The Russian Orthodox Church celebrates the ______ as one of its most important feasts.

A

Easter

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21
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What is the official residence of the Patriarch of Moscow?

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The Danilov Monastery

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22
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True or False: The Patriarchate of Moscow is recognized by the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.

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True

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Who was the longest-serving Patriarch of Moscow?

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Patriarch Alexius II

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What major event did Patriarch Kirill I participate in during 2016?

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He met with Pope Francis in Cuba.

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What is the primary language used in the liturgy of the Russian Orthodox Church?

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Church Slavonic

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Fill in the blank: The Patriarch is elected by the ______ of the Russian Orthodox Church.

A

Local Council

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27
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What is the primary language used in the Greek Orthodox Church services?

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Greek

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28
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church is part of the Eastern Orthodox Church.

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True

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29
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What is the leadership title of the head of the Greek Orthodox Church?

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Archbishop

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30
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church follows the _______ calendar.

A

Julian

31
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What is the central sacrament of the Greek Orthodox Church?

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Eucharist

32
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What is the term for the Greek Orthodox Church’s belief in the Holy Trinity?

A

Triadology

33
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Which city is considered the spiritual center of the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

Istanbul

34
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church recognizes the Pope as its spiritual leader.

A

False

35
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What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s official liturgical text?

A

The Divine Liturgy

36
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s stance on the veneration of saints?

A

It practices the veneration of saints.

37
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Which council affirmed the Greek Orthodox Church’s beliefs in the early Christian era?

A

The First Council of Nicaea

38
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the Virgin Mary?

A

She is highly venerated as Theotokos (God-bearer).

39
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ as the resurrection of Christ.

A

Pascha

40
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What is the significance of icons in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

They are considered windows to the divine.

41
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Name one of the major feast days in the Greek Orthodox Church.

A

The Feast of the Annunciation

42
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church does not allow clerical marriage.

A

False

43
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What is the Greek term for the sacrament of baptism?

A

Baptisma

44
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What is the role of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

It serves as the highest authority in the Orthodox Church.

45
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In which country is the Greek Orthodox Church primarily based?

A

Greece

46
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s position on the Holy Spirit?

A

It is considered the third person of the Holy Trinity.

47
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ to commemorate the Transfiguration of Jesus.

A

The Feast of the Transfiguration

48
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What type of church governance does the Greek Orthodox Church follow?

A

Synodal governance

49
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What is the significance of the Great Lent in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

It is a period of fasting and spiritual preparation for Pascha.

50
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church allows for the use of leavened bread in the Eucharist.

A

True

51
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s teaching on salvation?

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It emphasizes faith, works, and the sacraments.

52
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What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s holy book?

A

The Bible

53
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church believes in the _______ of the Church.

A

One, holy, catholic, and apostolic nature

54
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What is the name of the traditional Greek Orthodox prayer service?

A

The Akathist Hymn

55
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church permits divorce.

A

True

56
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What is the term for the Greek Orthodox Church’s sacred traditions?

A

Holy Tradition

57
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What is the role of the parish priest in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

To serve the spiritual needs of the community.

58
Q

Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates _______ as the Feast of the Nativity of Jesus.

A

Christmas

59
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the afterlife?

A

It teaches the resurrection of the dead and eternal life.

60
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What is the significance of the Holy Week in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

It commemorates the events leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ.

61
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church practices infant baptism.

A

True

62
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s stance on interfaith marriages?

A

It allows interfaith marriages with certain conditions.

63
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What is the role of the deacon in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

To assist the priest in liturgical services.

64
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the _______ as a major event in the liturgical calendar.

A

Dormition of the Theotokos

65
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on modern science?

A

It generally supports the pursuit of knowledge but maintains theological perspectives.

66
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What is the term for the practice of fasting in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

Metanoia

67
Q

True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church has a single, global governing body.

A

False

68
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What is the importance of the Nicene Creed in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

It summarizes the essential beliefs of the faith.

69
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What is the significance of the Epiphany in the Greek Orthodox Church?

A

It celebrates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River.

70
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Fill in the blank: The Greek Orthodox Church is known for its rich tradition of _______.

A

Iconography

71
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on the role of women?

A

Women play important roles in the church, though not as priests.

72
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What is the name of the Greek Orthodox Church’s youth organization?

A

GOYA (Greek Orthodox Youth of America)

73
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True or False: The Greek Orthodox Church supports same-sex marriage.

A

False

74
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What is the Greek Orthodox Church’s view on prayer?

A

It emphasizes the importance of both communal and personal prayer.

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