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religion test 3 Flashcards

1
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is a central figure in Christian belief and tradition.

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Jesus of Nazareth

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2
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His life and teachings are
recorded in the

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four canonical gospels

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3
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In the first centuries BCE and CE, many Jews anticipated a _______ who would be a powerful
military leader and warrior

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Messiah

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4
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This Messiah was expected to lead a rebellion against

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Roman oppression

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5
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believed in a Messiah who would suffer for the sins of
the people

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Essenes

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6
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There were also expectations of a Messiah who would be a wise teacher and

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moral model

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7
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This Messiah would guide people in living righteous and ethical lives, emphasizing

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personal and
communal morality

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8
Q

A minority of Jews held the belief in a Messiah with ______ who would bring
salvation not only to the Jewish people but to all of humanity

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universal significance

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9
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Each gospel offers a _______ on Jesus, and when we combine these perspectives, we
see a multifaceted portrayal of a remarkable individual

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unique perspective

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10
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In the Gospel According to Matthew, Jesus is portrayed as the

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fulfillment of Old Testament
prophecies.

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11
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His _______ is traced back to King David and Abraham, emphasizing his
connection to the covenant promises.

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genealogy

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12
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Matthew highlights Jesus’ teachings, including the _________ where he imparts
wisdom, ethics, and the Beatitudes (blessings,) revealing a compassionate teacher

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Sermon on the Mount

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13
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In the Gospel According to Mark, Jesus emerges as a

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dynamic and compassionate healer

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14
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Mark may have omitted Jesus’ genealogy to make the message more accessible to a

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non-Jewish
audience

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15
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The Gospel of Mark emphasizes the _____________, often using words like
“immediately.

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urgency of Jesus’ ministry

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16
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Jesus’ miracles are highlighted, demonstrating his

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power over illness and nature.

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17
Q

The ____________________ demonstrates Jesus’ power over death and his ability to bring
hope and life in the face of the direst circumstances

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raising of Jairus’ daughter

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18
Q

Mark portrays the disciples as ___________________and the gospel contains the
enigmatic “Messianic secret,” as Jesus urges silence about his identity.

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imperfect but dedicated followers,

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19
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Mark’s gospel is structured with a sense of ______________ and by keeping Jesus’ identity as the
Messiah a secret for a significant portion of the narrative, he creates suspense and mystery

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dramatic tension

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20
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Mark’s gospel portrays Jesus as the _____________ who suffers and serves others. It emphasizes
Jesus’ humility and his mission to give his life as a ransom for many.

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Servant of God

21
Q

n the Gospel According to Luke, Jesus is depicted as a __________, embracing all of
humanity

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universal savior

22
Q

Luke is known for parables like the ______________ and the Prodigal Son, which underscore
themes of compassion and forgiveness. The emphasis on prayer, songs of praise, and women in
ministry further enrich the portrait of Jesus.

A

Good Samaritan

23
Q

In the Gospel According to ___________ Jesus is presented as the divine Word (Logos) made flesh

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John

24
Q

John’s prologue introduces the concept of the _____________, emphasizing Jesus’
divine nature

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Word becoming incarnate

25
Q

The gospel features the “I AM” statements, highlighting Jesus’ ________________

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identity and mission

26
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The________________ presence at key moments in Jesus’ life adds depth to the narrative

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beloved disciple’s

27
Q

Combining these perspectives, we see Jesus as a profound teacher, healer, and miracle-worker
who fulfills ancient prophecies and ___________________

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embodies divine wisdom.

28
Q

He is a _____________, caring for the marginalized and emphasizing
forgiveness and repentance.

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compassionate and inclusive figure

29
Q

Simultaneously, he is the eternal Word, the divine Son of God who _______ through belief in his identity and mission

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offers the promise of eternal
life

30
Q

Together the Gospels offer a composite description which reflects the ________________
portrayal of Jesus, capturing his significance in the Christian faith and his enduring impact on the
world

A

rich and multifaceted

31
Q

Traditionally attributed to the apostle Matthew, this gospel emphasizes Jesus as the ______

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fulfillment of
Old Testament prophecies.

32
Q

Matthew contains the unique birth narrative of Jesus, including the _________________

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visit of the Magi and the
flight to Egypt to escape Herod’s massacre

33
Q

The teaching emphasis includes the ___________________, which contains the Beatitudes and
the Lord’s Prayer, highlighting Jesus as a profound teacher

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Sermon on the Mount

34
Q

Traditionally associated with John Mark,__________

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the companion of Peter.

35
Q

Mark is the shortest gospel and focuses on Jesus as a ________________

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dynamic and compassionate healer

36
Q

_____ contains unique miracle stories like the healing of the blind man in Bethsaida and the
raising of Jairus’s daughter

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Mark

37
Q

Mark is known for his fast-paced and urgent narrative style, using words like “immediately” to
convey the ________

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urgency of Jesus’ ministry

38
Q

The “_________” motif is featured in Mark, where Jesus instructs silence about his
identity after performing miracles

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Messianic Secret

39
Q

Mark begins his narrative with the ministry of ____________- omitting details about Jesus’
birth and early life

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John the Baptist,

40
Q

Traditionally attributed to Luke, the physician and companion of Paul, it emphasizes Jesus as a
__________

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universal savior

41
Q

Luke contains ______________ of the births of John the Baptist and Jesus, including the
Annunciation and Magnificat.

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extensive accounts

42
Q

Luke features __________ like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son, emphasizing
compassion and inclusivity

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unique parables

43
Q

Luke gives significant attention to the role of _____ in Jesus’ ministry

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Luke gives significant attention to the role of women in Jesus’ ministry

44
Q

Luke includes _______, such as the Lord’s Prayer and Benedictus, adding
depth to the narrative.

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unique prayers and songs

45
Q

Emphasizes the _______ of Jesus as the Word (Logos) made flesh and explores profound
theological concepts. Contains the “I AM” statements of Jesus, highlighting His identity and
mission

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divinity

46
Q

John records unique ______ like turning water into wine and raising Lazarus from
the dead

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signs and miracles,

47
Q

John frequently refers to an anonymous “________” who is present at key moments in
Jesus’ life

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beloved disciple

48
Q

John concludes with a ______ explaining the reason for its composition: “so that you
may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God

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purpose statement

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