What Is The Incarnation? Flashcards
What is the definition of the incarnation of Jesus?
The incarnation of Jesus refers to the belief that God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ.
True or False: The incarnation signifies that Jesus was both fully divine and fully human.
True
Fill in the blank: The incarnation is celebrated during _______.
Christmas
What is the primary biblical source that discusses the incarnation of Jesus?
The Gospel of John, specifically John 1:14.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following terms is synonymous with incarnation?
A) Embodiment
Who is considered the mother of Jesus in the context of the incarnation?
Mary
True or False: The doctrine of the incarnation is only found in the New Testament.
False
What theological significance does the incarnation hold for Christians?
It demonstrates God’s love and desire to be in relationship with humanity.
Fill in the blank: The doctrine of the incarnation is a central tenet of _______.
Christianity
Which council affirmed the doctrine of the incarnation in 451 AD?
The Council of Chalcedon
Multiple Choice: Which Gospel begins with an account of the Word becoming flesh?
C) Gospel of John
What is the term for the belief that Jesus was born of a virgin?
The virgin birth
True or False: The incarnation implies that Jesus experienced human emotions and suffering.
True
Who proclaimed the incarnation of Jesus to the shepherds?
Angels
Fill in the blank: The incarnation is often described as the _______ of God.
Word
What does the term ‘Logos’ refer to in relation to the incarnation?
It refers to the pre-existent Christ as the divine Word.
Multiple Choice: Which event is closely associated with the incarnation?
B) The Annunciation
What is the significance of the name ‘Emmanuel’ in the context of the incarnation?
It means ‘God with us.’
True or False: The concept of incarnation is unique to Christianity.
True
Fill in the blank: The incarnation is often viewed as a mystery of _______.
Faith
What does the term ‘hypostatic union’ refer to?
The union of Christ’s divine and human natures in one person.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the incarnation?
D) God is distant from humanity
What role does the incarnation play in the concept of salvation in Christianity?
It is believed that Jesus’ incarnation was necessary for the redemption of humanity.
True or False: The incarnation suggests that Jesus was a mere prophet.
False
Fill in the blank: The Gospels of _______ and _______ also contain accounts of Jesus’ birth, which relate to the incarnation.
Matthew, Luke
