The Messiah Flashcards
(20 cards)
What does the term ‘Messiah’ mean?
‘Anointed one’ - a future saviour.
What is one belief about the Messiah’s lineage?
The Messiah will be a descendant of King David.
What is the nature of the Messiah?
The Messiah is believed to be human, not divine.
What type of leader is the Messiah expected to be?
A great military and political leader.
What qualities should the Messiah possess?
A fair and knowledgeable judge.
What will the Messiah do for believers in Israel?
Unite all believers in Israel.
What significant structure will the Messiah rebuild?
The Temple in Jerusalem.
What age will the Messiah bring in?
The Messianic Age - a time of peace, harmony, and equality.
How will the Messiah make people aware of God?
By making all people aware of the presence of God.
How will the Messiah rule?
With justice and integrity - rewarding and punishing fairly.
What is the Orthodox belief about the Messiah?
The Messiah will not come until all Jews follow the mitzvot. There is a human in each generation who could be the Messiah.
What will the Messiah do according to Orthodox beliefs?
He will teach and uphold Torah Law.
What will happen to all Jews according to Orthodox beliefs?
All Jews will be gathered in Israel and the temple will be rebuilt.
Who knows when the Messiah will come in Orthodox belief?
Only God knows when the Messiah will come.
What is the Reform view on the Messiah?
Reform Judaism rejects the idea of a single ‘Messiah’ who can unite the world.
How can the Messianic age be achieved according to Reform beliefs?
The Messianic age can be brought around if all Jews work together and follow God.
What is the importance of the beliefs about the Messiah?
The beliefs bring communities together and give hope of peace. They provide an aim to strive towards and reflect the holiness of Jerusalem.
What does Isaiah 11 say about the land?
The land will be full of knowledge of the Lord.
What is the statement of faith regarding the Messiah?
I believe with perfect faith in the coming of the Messiah.
What does Jeremiah 23 prophesy about the coming King?
He will reign wisely and do what is just… he will be called the Righteous Saviour.
