Unit 3 - The Life of Jesus

What does 'Agony' refer to in a religious context?

Extreme physical or mental suffering.

What is the significance of the 'Ascension'?

Jesus’ return to heaven.

What event does the 'Annunciation' describe?

The announcement of the Incarnation by the angel Gabriel to Mary.

What is 'Baptism'?

The religious rite of pouring water onto a person's forehead or of immersion in water, symbolizing purification or regeneration and admission to the Christian Church.

Define 'Blasphemy'.

The act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things.

What is a 'Census'?

An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details of individuals.

What does 'Crucifixion' entail?

The execution of a person by nailing or binding them to a cross.

What is meant by 'Glorification'?

The recognition and praise of someone's excellence.

What does 'Immanuel' mean?

A name referring to Jesus Christ, meaning 'God with us'.

What is the 'Incarnation'?

Literally meaning 'becoming flesh', refers to God taking on human form in Jesus.

Who were the 'Magi'?

Noble foreign pilgrims who traveled from the East to pay homage to the newborn Jesus.

What is a 'Miracle'?

An extraordinary event caused by God's direct intervention, revealing divine power.

What is a 'Mission' in a religious context?

An important assignment typically involving travel for political, religious, or commercial purposes.

What is the 'Mount of Olives'?

The place outside Jerusalem where Jesus gave His famous Sermon on the Mount.

Define 'Nativity'.

The birth of Jesus Christ, celebrated at Christmas.

What is a 'Parable'?

A short story that uses metaphors to illustrate a religious or moral lesson.

What does 'Passion' refer to?

It can refer to either the suffering and death of Jesus Christ or to intense emotional movements within a person.

Define 'Redemption'.

The act by which Jesus Christ saved humanity from the slavery of sin through his sacrificial death on the cross.

What is 'Resurrection'?

The action or fact of restoring a dead person to life.

What does 'Revelation' refer to?

God communicating Himself and the mystery of His plan for humanity.

What does 'Scourging' mean?

To whip someone as a punishment.

What is 'Scripture'?

A sacred religious text, usually referring to the Christian Bible.

What is a 'Sermon'?

A talk on a religious or moral subject, especially one given during a church service.

Define 'Sheol'.

A Hebrew term from the Old Testament referring to the underworld, the realm of the dead.

What is 'Temptation'?

The desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise.

What supernatural events occurred surrounding the birth of Jesus?

Mary’s Holy Spirit pregnancy, appearances of angels, and the star of Bethlehem.

What was John the Baptist's role?

John the Baptist was the man who baptized Jesus.

What was Jesus' official charge leading to His crucifixion?

Blasphemy.

What were the first two temptations Jesus faced in the desert?

Turning stones into bread and bowing down to worship the devil.

What were the Beatitudes?

Blessings pronounced by Jesus, describing the values of the Kingdom of God.

How did Jesus spread His message?

Through Beatitudes, parables, and miracles.

What was Jesus' first miracle?

Turning water into wine at a wedding.

What significant event happened during the Last Supper?

Jesus blessed the bread and wine.

What is the significance of the Resurrection?

It signifies that Jesus rose from the dead, affirming His divine nature and salvation.

Who was the first person to see the resurrected Jesus?

Mary Magdalene.