Religion Chapters 13 And 14 Concepts Flashcards
What does the word advent mean?
It means coming
What do we prepare for?
To celebrate Christs coming.
What color do we use during Advent?
We use the color Violet
 What is color violet a sign of?
It is a sign of waiting, joyful expectation, and penance.
What is the important way to prepare for the celebration of the Coming of Christ?
Celebrating the sacrament of penance.
What did the prophet speak about?
They spoke of a Messiah would be an anointed king, a just ruler, and a savior
Advent and Christmas we hear Jesus Called by what name?
He was called Emmanuel
What does Emanuel mean?
Emmanuel means God with us.
The season of Christmas is a time to rejoice in what?
It is a time to rejoice in the incarnation and the truth that the son of God became man
How many masses do we celebrate for Christmas?
3 masses
What are the three masses that we celebrate?
The mass at midnight the mass at Dawn and the mass during the day.
What is the gospel reading?
Is the story of the birth of Jesus Christ.
When does the season of Christmas usually last?
It lasts until the feast of the baptism of the Lord, which is usually in the second week of January.
What are the days after Christmas often called?
The 12 days of Christmas.
Why are the days after Christmas called the 12 days of Christmas?
It is called this because the feast of epiphany was originally celebrated on the 12th day, January 6.
