Mark’s gospel

What does gospel mean?

Good news

When was mark’s Gospel written?

AD 64-65

What is a gospel writer called?

An evangelist

Who were the four evangelists?

Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Was marks gospel eye an eye witness account?

Yes, it was a second hand eye witness account, peter the apostle was his good friend.

What is the style of mark’s gospel?

It is short, brief and blunt

What is a non Jew called?

A gentile

What is a zealot?

A Jewish freedom fighter

What is the Sanhedrin?

The Jewish religious high council, made up of the different religious leaders and teachers of the law.

What does BC mean?

Before Christ

Why was Palestine often attacked?

It was a popular trade route and millitary base

What is the Greek period?

When the Greeks invaded Palestine and introduced many of their customs

What happened in 63 BC in Palestine?

The romans conquered it

Why was Herod greatly disliked?

Because he was only half Jewish, interfered with religious matter and was very cruel

How was the Kingdom divided after Herod died?

Between his three sons

What was Archelaus like as a leader?

He was brutal, corrupt and incompetent

Who was the procurator at the time of Jesus?

Pontius Pilate

What is the Sanhedrin?

It is the Jewish high council made up of 71 members including the high priest.

Why did the Jews not like tax collectors?

They were regarded as unholy, and often were greedy, collecting extra money for themselves