Lesson 13: The Death of our Lord

What does the word "prostration" mean in the context of prayer?

Bending down and touching the ground with your head

What color is the cloth covering the altar on Great Friday?

Black

What colors do many people wear when taking part in the Great Friday worship?

Black or gray

Why is this sad day specifically called "Great Friday"?

Jesus died to save us and defeat death with His Resurrection

What are we doing every time we make the Sign of the Cross?

Thanking God for His Great Love

What happened to the temple when Jesus died on the Cross?

The curtain broke in half

Which leader found no reason to punish Jesus but allowed the crucifixion anyway?

Pontius Pilate

Where did the soldiers take Jesus outside the city to be crucified?

Golgotha

For how many hours was Jesus in severe pain on the Cross?

Three hours

The Great Friday service is divided into how many parts based on the Gospels?

Seven parts

What happens during the Third Hour Prayers of the service?

Pilate releases Jesus to be crucified

What event is remembered during the Noon Hour (Sixth hour) Prayers?

Jesus is crucified

Why are prostrations never done at Church on standard Sundays?

Sunday is a day we celebrate the Resurrection

What do the two special processions around the Church on Great Friday remember?

Jesus carrying His Cross and His body being taken down for burial

Which specific person from the crucifixion does the "Song of the Two Thieves" tell us to be like?

The Good Thief at the right of Jesus