Guide to 8th Grade Final Examination (2024-2025)

Prophets

Messengers of God who revealed His will and guidance to people, interpreted laws, and foretold events.

Isaiah

Known as 'Glorious Isaiah', his name means 'Help from God', he prophesied salvation and the coming of the Messiah.

Jeremiah

Known as the 'Weeping Prophet', his name means 'God is High'; he preached about repentance and the new covenant.

Major Prophets

Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel, who have significantly long books in the Old Testament.

'Fifth Gospel'

Refers to the Book of Isaiah as it also conveys the message of salvation.

'Suffering Servant'

A prophetic figure in Isaiah representing Christ, achieving justice and salvation through suffering.

Synoptic Gospels

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, which present a similar view of Jesus's life and teachings.

Gospel

Means 'Good News', referring to the first four books of the New Testament detailing Jesus's life.

Maranaya

Name of Sundays considered special days when kneeling down is not practiced during prayer.

Epistles

Letters in the New Testament providing encouragement, theological insights, and guidance for Christian living.

St. John

Apostle known for his deep relationship with Jesus; wrote the Gospel of John, expressing Jesus's divinity.

Nicene Creed

A formal statement of Christian faith affirming the doctrines of the Trinity, the Church, and resurrection.

Holy Qurbono

A sacramental service in which believers participate in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Epistle of St. James

A letter addressing the 12 tribes, emphasizing that faith should be demonstrated through actions.

'Alpha and Omega'

Titles of Jesus expressing His eternal existence, as the beginning and the end.

Foot washing

A practice symbolizing humility and servitude, derived from Jesus washing His disciples' feet.

'G'mourtho' cushion

A cushion used during liturgical services representing the sponge that offered Christ sour wine on the cross.

'Lamentations'

A sad poem attributed to Jeremiah reflecting the sorrow over the destruction of Jerusalem.

Intercessory Prayers

Prayers offered to saints asking for their intercession on behalf of individuals.

Emotional Honesty with God

Jeremiah's example of expressing doubts and struggles in faith, showing that even prophets can question.

'Bread of Life'

Metaphor used by Jesus to describe Himself, emphasizing His role in spiritual nourishment.