Jesus of History/ Christ of Faith: Chapter 1 and 2 Test (BEFORE SCIENCE CLASS)
These statements assert the fact that Jesus is God
"I Am"
A.D.
"In the year of our Lord" or "Anno Domini"
Epistle
"letter"
Messiah
'The Anointed One'
Christ of Faith
This term refers to Jesus' eternal identity as the Son of God, especially as that reality has been experienced by believers since his death and Resurrection.
Jesus of History
This term refers to the divine Son of God as he walked the earth in the person of Jesus
Biblical scholars
Those who concentrate on studying the bible
Biblical Scholars
Those who study the Bible.
Theologians
Those who study the history, beliefs and teachings of the Church
Theologians
Those who study the history, beliefs, and teachings of the church
Theologians
Those who study the teachings, history, and beliefs of the church.
Son of God, Lord, Redeemer, and Savior
Titles of the Christ of Faith.
Teacher, Rabbi, Prophet
Titles of the Jesus of History.
When did the Church finally and formally approve the collection of the New Testament?
Towards the end of the fourth century
Exegesis
Understanding the social, cultural, historical, linguistic particularities the author was exposed to while writing the books in the Bible
Catholic
Universal; commonly referred to as universal church
The Gospels are
the link between Jesus and the people of every age throughout history who have claimed to be his followers
Christianity
the movement based on Jesus' life and teachings
The New Testament is all about
the new covenant
Biblical Scholars
those that study the bible and other sacred writings
How long did it take to write the new testament
About 50 years starting 20 years after Jesus' death
Isaac
Abraham's son, whom Abraham was willing to sacrifice to God.
Seven letters addressed to believing Christians as a general audience rather than to specific individuals or communities.
Catholic Epistles
Gospels
For Catholics, these specific books are the most important faith source for understanding who Jesus is.
Abraham
He was originally called Abram. God made his first covenant with the people through Abraham.
Gospel of Mark
- first Gospel (written in 65-70 C.E.) - author is known as John Mark - Written for the Church in Rome, Gentiles, and followers of Jesus - reorganized as the Gospel of 'action' - Humanity of Jesus - strong human emotions - Stresses the humanity and suffering of Jesus
Gospel of John
- fourth Gospel (written and completed by 95 C.E.) - author is attributed to John and other beloved disciples - written for early Christian communities - Stresses Jesus as 'the Word of God' - the 'Divine Son of God' - uses symbolic languages and images
Gospel of Luke
- second Gospel (written 70-85CE) - author is Luke - a Gentile Doctor - written for Gentile Christians and well-to-do Christians - Stresses Jesus' compassion & mercy and the central role of the Holy Spirit in Jesus' life Jesus' message is for everyone Follower of St. Paul
Gospel of Matthew
- third Gospel (written and completed by 90 C.E.) - author is unknown but is attributed to Matthew - written for Jews converting to Christianity - Stresses Jesus as the fulfillment of the promises/prophecies of God in the Old Testament 5 Great lessons - Our Father, Beatitudes, a new commandment... - Jesus as a great teacher and preacher
Pauline Epistles
13 books of the NT attributed to Paul. They are written to encourage, challenge, and educate individual Christians or communities.
How many books in new testament?
27
How many books is the New Testament?
27
New Testament
27 books
How many books are in the old testament?
46
How many books is the Old Testament?
46
How many years did it take for the New Testament to develop?
50
Luke
A Gentile doctor who was also an Evangelist - 2nd Gospel
evangelion
A Greek word meaning 'Good News'
Catholic Epistles
A collection of 7 epistles written to a general audience rather than to specific individuals or communities.
Human-Divine
A method of inspiration of the Scriptures that asserts that the Bible is God's word, but humans used their own language and abilities to express it for their own time and culture.
Verbal Dictation
A method of inspiration of the Scriptures that asserts that the Bible is God's word--God's exact words; humans only held the pen and copied what God told them.
Christian scriptures
A whole collection of sacred writings that include the old testament and the new testament
Patriarchs
A word that means 'fathers and leaders of family or people', for example: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Commonly seen as a companion to Luke's Gospel, tells of the early days of the Christian community under Saint Peter's leadership.
Acts of the Apostles
Epistle
Another word for "letter."
Sometimes called the Apocalypse, written for late first-century Christians who were suffering persecution for their beliefs.
Book of Revelation
The Anointed One sent by God to redeem the world from sin.
Christ
C.E.
Common Era
Testament
Covenant between humans and God
Nero
Emperor, tortured Christians
A letter.
Epistle
Hebrew Scriptures
This collection of sacred writings addresses the covenant God made with the Israelites.
Mark
First Gospel
Canon
From Greek word kanon, means rod/reed. Signifies authoritative list or closed # of writings composed under divine inspiration and destined for the church's well being
Moses
God revealed his name (YAHWEH) to him. The covenant of Sinai was made through Moses when he received the tablets containing the 10 Commandments.
Gospel
Godspell; Good news - comes out of God's mouth, refers to 4
Written by the Evangelists, giving information about the life, works, message, death, and Resurrection of Jesus.
Gospels
Jacob
He had 12 sons including Joseph
oral tradition
Information about Jesus passed on primarily by word of mouth
What is the new testament about
It is about the new covenant- that they all had to deal with life, death and resurrection of Jesus and his impact on the community of those who believed in him
How long did it take to write the old testament?
It took about 1000 years by different people to write the old testament
Only the four Gospels deal directly with
Jesus- his life, his preaching, his wonderful works, and death and Resurrection.
Josephus
Jew, Non-Christian, 60 years after death of Jesus he wrote about a man named Jesus who did marvelous deeds, was a teacher, and was crucified under the rule of Pontius Pilate
Josephus
Jewish historian, non-christian, recognized Jesus to be a historical person with a profound impact
Faith sources
New and old testaments were written by believers prompted by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the work of God that were found in all aspects of life
A Jewish historian who recognized and wrote about Jesus' profound impact on people.
Josephus
Often attributed to Paul, but believed by scholars to be written by an unknown author preaching to a group of Christians faltering in their faith.
Letter to the Hebrews
The two Evangelists became disciples after the resurrections of Jesus
Luke (Gentile Doctor) & Mark (often referred to as John Mark)
Acts of the Apostles
Luke's account of the Christians community under the leadership of Saint Peter, main focus is the spread of the Good News throughout the Roman Empire after the death and Resurrection of Jesus
Acts of the Apostles
Luke's account of the early days of the Christian community under the leadership of Saint Peter, and the missionary work of Saint Paul.
The Gospels
Matthew, Mark, Luke and John
New Testament
This collection of writings addresses the covenant God makes with all people through Jesus.
Gentile
Non-Jewish person
Historical sources
Non-biblical and non-Christian sources that help price that Jesus did exist as a historical person
Historical Sources
Non-biblical and non-Christian sources which testify to Jesus' existence in history.
Letter to the Hebrews
Often attributed to Paul, this book was written by an unknown author to a group of Christians who are in danger of falling away from their belief in Jesus.
Gospel
Originally "Godspel" means Good News
Jesus is often referred to this because of his sacrificial death on the cross.
Paschal Lamb
Thirteen letters whose primary purpose was to support and further educate either individual Christians or small Christian communities.
Pauline Epistles
The Gospels
Reveal the meaning and significance of Jesus for the people of his time
Suetonius
Roman historian and lawyer, compiled biographies of several Roman emperors
Tacitus
Roman historian writes about the persecutions of Christians who followed a man named Jesus, even after he was crucified
Tacitus
Roman historian, no great love for Christians
Pliny the Younger
Roman- asking for advice on how to handle the Christians who were still devoted to a Jesus who was crucified under Pontius Pilate
Perspective and Intent
Since Catholics believe that the Bible is both human and divine, we must understand the human author's _____________ and ___________ when interpreting the Scriptures.
Covenant
Solemn promise made between people
Book of Revelation
Sometimes referred to as "Apocalypse," this book is highly symbolic and written to Christians undergoing persecution.
Josephus
This historian wrote that Jesus was a wise man, a doer of wonderful works, and a teacher who was crucified under Pontius Pilate.
Covenant
Testament or Solemn Promise
Traditions and the Christian Scriptures
The Catholic Church bases its teachings and practices on these two sources.
Canon of the New Testament
The Gospels, The Acts of the Apostles, Thirteen Pauline Epistles, The Letter to the Hebrews, The Catholic Epistles, and The Book of Revelation
Scriptures are inspired by
The Holy Spirit
1000
The approximate number of years it took to write the Hebrew Scriptures.
50
The approximate number of years it took to write the New Testament.
Paul
The author of 7 of 13 Pauline Epistles.
What is the old testament about?
The covenant/ relationship between God and the people of Israel
Solomon
This king built the first temple in Jerusalem
Theme of the New Testament
The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus and the impact he had on the community of those who believed in him.
Canon
The list of books that the church considers authoritative.
Matthew
The most popular and widely used Gospel because of its well - organized manner - 3rd Gospel
Christianity
The movement based on Jesus' life and teachings
Christianity
The movement based on Jesus' life and teachings.
Israel
The name God gave to Jacob as a sign of God's special relationship with him
46
The number of books in the Hebrew Scriptures.
27
The number of books in the New Testament.
John
The only Gospel not known as a "synoptic gospel" - 4th Gospel
Luke
The same author who wrote this Gospel also wrote Acts of the Apostles.
Hermeneutics
The science of interpreting Scripture to apply to present day
Christian Scriptures
The whole collection of sacred writings that includes the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament.
One who studies the history, beliefs, and teachings of the church. Collection of biblical books.
Theologian
Gospels
These books of the bible seek to proclaim the good news of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.
Teacher
While Jesus walked the earth, he was most commonly referred to as...
Inspired texts
Whose authors prompted by the Holy Spirit, convey God's revealed truth using their own abilities, words and styles. God therefore is the the ultimate author of the scriptures and so the truth found in them is reliable
Inspired Text
Writings whose authors, prompted by the Holy Spirit, convey God's revealed truth using the authors own abilities, words, and styles.
Faith Source
Written by believers for the purpose of proclaiming the work of God in all aspects of life.
Christian Scriptures
a whole collection of sacred writings that includes the Old and New Testaments
Letter to the Hebrews
another work attributed to Paul, generally believed to be written by an unknown author, extended sermon to Christians who are in danger of losing faith
Apocalypse
based on the Greek word for "revelation"
A faithful disciple in the Gospel of John, present at critical times in Jesus' ministry
beloved disciple
A word derived from the Greek word for "rule" or "standard," refers to the approve
canon
Universal
catholic
Canon
comes from the Greek word for "rule" or "standard"
Testament means
covenant, which is defined as a solemn promise made between people
Pliny the Younger
governor of one of the Roman provinces, wrote to Trajan for advice on what to do about the Christians
Writings whose authors are guided by the Holy Spirit to convey God's revealed truth. Universal.
inspired texts
In Jesus' Bread of Life Discourse, he compares himself as bread to the Old Testament food.
manna
synoptic
means "to see together"- Matthew, Mark, & Luke
Christ
not Jesus' last name; comes from Greek, means 'Messiah' in Hebrew; literal translation: 'Anointed One"
Tradition
official Catholic church teachings and practices
Thirteen Pauline Epistles
only seven were actually written by Paul, other six composed by writers, primary purpose was to support/educate individual Christians or small communities who believed in Jesus because of the missionary work of Paul and others.
Chrestus
refers to Christ
The Catholic Epistles
seven of them, attributed to James, Peter, John and Jude, addressed to believing Christians as a general audience rather than to specific individuals or communities
The Book of Revelation
strange and complex work, reflects a kind of writing that had been popular among the Jews, written for the late-first century Christians who were suffering persecution, encourages suffering Christians to remain faithful to Christ, Jesus will return again at the end of time
A solemn promise made between people; another word for covenant.
testament
The Old Testament is all about
the covenant that God made with the people of Israel before Jesus was born
Inspired texts
writings whose authors, prompted by the Holy Spirit convey God's revealed truth
