What Is The Incarnation? Flashcards

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What is the definition of the incarnation of Jesus?

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The incarnation of Jesus refers to the belief that God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ.

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True or False: The incarnation signifies that Jesus was both fully divine and fully human.

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True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The incarnation is celebrated during _______.

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Christmas

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4
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What is the primary biblical source that discusses the incarnation of Jesus?

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The Gospel of John, specifically John 1:14.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following terms is synonymous with incarnation?

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A) Embodiment

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6
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Who is considered the mother of Jesus in the context of the incarnation?

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Mary

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True or False: The doctrine of the incarnation is only found in the New Testament.

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False

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What theological significance does the incarnation hold for Christians?

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It demonstrates God’s love and desire to be in relationship with humanity.

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Fill in the blank: The doctrine of the incarnation is a central tenet of _______.

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Christianity

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10
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Which council affirmed the doctrine of the incarnation in 451 AD?

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The Council of Chalcedon

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Multiple Choice: Which Gospel begins with an account of the Word becoming flesh?

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C) Gospel of John

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What is the term for the belief that Jesus was born of a virgin?

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The virgin birth

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13
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True or False: The incarnation implies that Jesus experienced human emotions and suffering.

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True

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14
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Who proclaimed the incarnation of Jesus to the shepherds?

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Angels

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15
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Fill in the blank: The incarnation is often described as the _______ of God.

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Word

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16
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What does the term ‘Logos’ refer to in relation to the incarnation?

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It refers to the pre-existent Christ as the divine Word.

17
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Multiple Choice: Which event is closely associated with the incarnation?

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B) The Annunciation

18
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What is the significance of the name ‘Emmanuel’ in the context of the incarnation?

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It means ‘God with us.’

19
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True or False: The concept of incarnation is unique to Christianity.

A

True

20
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Fill in the blank: The incarnation is often viewed as a mystery of _______.

A

Faith

21
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What does the term ‘hypostatic union’ refer to?

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The union of Christ’s divine and human natures in one person.

22
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a consequence of the incarnation?

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D) God is distant from humanity

23
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What role does the incarnation play in the concept of salvation in Christianity?

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It is believed that Jesus’ incarnation was necessary for the redemption of humanity.

24
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True or False: The incarnation suggests that Jesus was a mere prophet.

A

False

25
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Fill in the blank: The Gospels of _______ and _______ also contain accounts of Jesus’ birth, which relate to the incarnation.

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Matthew, Luke