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What is the significance of the term ‘Benedictus’?

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It is the first word of Zechariah’s Prophecy meaning ‘blessed’

The prophecy begins: ‘Blessed be the Lord God of Israel’.

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What do the Birth Narratives refer to?

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The account of Jesus’ birth in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke

They provide different perspectives on the nativity story.

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What is a Gospel?

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The record of Jesus’ life and teaching in the first four books of the New Testament

These books include Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

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What does ‘Magi’ mean?

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Latin for ‘wise men’; originally referred to an oriental priest learned in astrology

They are often depicted as visitors to Jesus after his birth.

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What is the Magnificat?

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The first word of Mary’s song; Latin for ‘magnifies’

The song begins: ‘My soul magnifies the Lord’.

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Who is the author of the first Gospel?

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Matthew

His Gospel emphasizes Jesus’ lineage and fulfills Old Testament prophecies.

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Who authored the third Gospel?

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Luke

Luke provides a detailed account of Jesus’ birth and early life.

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What does ‘Nunc Dimittis’ mean?

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The first two words of Simeon’s Song; Latin for ‘now you are releasing’

The song begins: ‘Now you are releasing your son in peace’.

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What is the focus of Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth?

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It focuses on Joseph and the angel’s announcement of Mary’s miraculous pregnancy

It also records the visit of the Magi and the flight to Egypt.

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What unique events does Luke’s version of the birth of Jesus include?

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Mary’s visit to Elizabeth, the birth of John the Baptist, and the shepherds’ visit

Luke also includes the presentation of Jesus in the Temple.

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Fill in the blank: Only ______ records the marriage, the star, the wise men, and the slaughter of the infants.

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Matthew

Matthew’s account is distinct in its details compared to Luke.

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True or False: Luke states that Jesus was born ‘in a manger’ while Matthew speaks of a ‘house’.

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True

This highlights a difference in their accounts.

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What are the three hymns recorded only by Luke?

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Magnificat, Benedictus, and Nunc Dimittis

These hymns reflect significant moments in the nativity story.

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What prompted Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem?

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A census was called

This is mentioned in Luke’s account.

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What warning does Joseph receive in Matthew’s account?

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He is warned to flee to Egypt with Mary and Jesus

This is to escape King Herod’s decree.

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What is the Annunciation?

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Gabriel’s announcement to Mary

The event marks the announcement of the conception of Jesus.

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Define historicity.

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Historical accuracy

It refers to the authenticity of historical accounts.

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What does chronology refer to?

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Timing

It involves the sequence of events in history.

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Who is the Holy Spirit?

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God as he is active in the world

The Holy Spirit is often associated with divine presence and action.

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What does ‘betrothed’ mean?

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Engaged to be married

This term indicates a formal agreement to marry.

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What is a notable characteristic of Matthew’s account of Jesus’ birth?

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Little historical detail

Matthew references Herod’s massacre of children, which lacks external corroboration.

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What historical figure does Luke mention as governor during Jesus’ birth?

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Quirinius

His governorship is noted in the context of a census, though historical records are disputed.

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What is the significance of the Magnificat, the Benedictus, and the Nunc Dimittis?

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Hymns attributed to early Christians

They were sung before being attributed to Mary, Zechariah, and Simeon.

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What supernatural events accompany Jesus’ birth according to Matthew?

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Angels appear to Joseph and guide the wise men

These events include the miraculous conception and the family’s flight to Egypt.

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What supernatural event does Luke describe involving Gabriel?

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Gabriel visits Mary to tell her she is pregnant

This encounter is central to the narrative of the Annunciation.

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What occurs when Elizabeth’s baby recognizes Jesus in Mary’s womb?

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He leaps in her womb

This event signifies the recognition of Jesus’ significance even before birth.

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What do both accounts claim about Jesus’ conception?

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Jesus was born to a virgin, miraculously conceived by the Holy Spirit

This is a fundamental aspect of the Nativity narrative.

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Can the accounts of Matthew and Luke be harmonized?

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Yes, as they don’t blatantly contradict each other

Some believe Luke may have had access to Mary’s story, influencing his account.

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What do both accounts agree on regarding Jesus’ birth?

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Jesus was born in Bethlehem under Herod, his mother was Mary, and he was conceived by the Holy Spirit

They also assert that Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies.

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Complete the quote: ‘I … decided, after investigating everything carefully from the very first, to write an orderly account.’

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Luke 1:3

This quote illustrates Luke’s intention to provide a thorough historical account.

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Who sends greetings in Colossians 4:14?

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Luke, the doctor, and Demas

This indicates Luke’s role and connection within the early Christian community.

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What is Redaction Criticism?

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The theory that New Testament writers altered existing material about Jesus to suit their own agenda

This approach began in late 1940s Germany.

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Who are considered Gentiles?

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Non-Jews

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What does the term Incarnation refer to?

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God becoming flesh in Jesus

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Define Hypostatic Union.

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The combination of the divine and human nature in the Person of Christ

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What is Kenosis in relation to Jesus?

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Jesus ‘emptying’ himself

37
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What does Preincarnate mean?

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Before the incarnation

38
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Define Substantial Presence.

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The idea that although unseen, God is fully present not symbolically but in reality or substance

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What was Matthew’s aim in his Gospel?

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Aimed at Jewish readers - Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament prophecy of God

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From whose perspective is Matthew’s Gospel told?

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Joseph’s perspective

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What is a key theme in Luke’s Gospel?

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Sympathy for marginalized people and the salvation brought to the poor and needy

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Who is first revealed to in Luke’s Gospel?

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Poor shepherds

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What does the Doctrine of the Incarnation state?

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Jesus Christ is God in human form

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What was defined by the Council of Nicea in 325?

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Jesus was both fully God and fully man from Mary - the hypostatic union

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What does ‘emptying’ refer to in the context of Jesus’ divinity?

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Preincarnate self-limitation and submitting to God

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Fill in the blank: ‘The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his _______.’

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glory

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Who stated, ‘Though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself’?

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Philippians 2:7

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True or False: Luke’s Gospel has many Hebrew references.

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False

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What does the term ‘Kenosis’ imply about Jesus’ nature?

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Jesus’ ethic of sacrifice and submission to God

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What does the phrase ‘Gods of God, Light of Light, very God of very God’ refer to?

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The nature of Jesus as defined by the First Council of Nicea

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