Test 3 Flashcards
Who wrote the book of John?
John
What was John known as?
The disciple whom Jesus loved
What was John’s occupation?
Fishermen
Who was John’s brother?
James
Whom did John follow before he followed Jesus?
John the Baptist
Who was John writing to?
General Audience
Which word does John emphasize in the book of John?
“the world”
When was the book of John written?
A.D. 90
What is the theme of John?
Jesus Christ the Son of God
What are some of the oldest manuscripts found?
out of John
What is John’s key verse?
“But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, THE SON OF GOD; and that believing ye might have life through his name.”
–John 20:31
What are the Key Chapters of the book of John?
1–The Word is the Light, Life, & Lamb 4–The Woman at the Well 16–Christ Promises the Holy Spirit 17–Christ's Intercessory Prayer 19–The Crucifixion
How many times was the word believe used in the book of John?
86
How many times was the word life used in the book of John?
36
How many times was the word sign/miracle used in the book of John?
17
How many times was the word witness/testimony used in the book of John?
57
How many times was the word receive used in the book of John?
47
How many miracles are in the book of John?
8
How many I AM statements are in the book of John?
7
Which disciple is not mentioned in the book of John?
John
John taught Polycarp, Polycarp taught Iranaues. Who does Iranaues claim wrote the book of John?
John
What are the distinctive features of John?
John…
A) is Distinctive from the rest of the synoptic Gospels
B) Includes fewer historical details
C) ‘s Record is more reflective (theological)
D) Emphasizes interviews. (27 in the book, most of which only found in John)
E) Emphasizes discourses
F) Centers much of the book around Jesus’ visits to Jerusalem
G) Stresses the deity and humanity of Christ together.
John is __% unique.
92%