section 2 - part 3 Flashcards
how many books are in the bible
73
testament is another word for:
covenant
covenant
a sacred vow or promise
the old testament covenants are between…
god and his chosen people (the israelites)
the new covenant shows…
shows how the former covenants are fulfilled by life, death, and resurrection
the what is the OT for the christian faith?
it is the foundation and framework
when does jesus fulfill his promise?
in his incarnation and the paschal mystery
how many books are in the old testament?
46
pentateuch
greek meaning “five books”, first five books of the OT
historical books
the history of the israelites; points to God’s saving actions
wisdom books
advice on self control, wisdom, and patience
prophetic books
messages from those who god called to challenge the israelites to stop false worship
why is the new testament called “new”?
god sent jesus to initiate a new covenant with his people
what is the heart of the christian message in the new testament?
the gospels
how many books in new testament?
27
what does the NT focus on?
the words and actions of jesus christ
gospels
accounts of jesus’ life, teachings, paschal mstery
acts of the apostles
account of pentecost and life of the early church
paulines letters
st pauls letters advising different christian communities
non-pauline letters
pauline letters but written by different bros
revelation
offers support for persecuted christians
parousia
2nd coming of jesus
