Sunday School 9th grade

What is your baptismal name and its meaning?

[Your answer]

What did God call Moses from?

Burning bush

Give examples from the Bible of individuals God called by name.

Moses, Abraham, Noah, Samuel, Mary.

Why is your name important in relation to God's plan?

It identifies who we are within God's creation and reflects something unique about us.

What does the word 'Bible' come from in Greek?

Biblia.

What do we begin Scripture reading with?

Prayer.

What does the Orthodox Church teach about the Bible?

It is Christocentric.

What is the Holy Bible meant to be read and lived within?

The Church.

What are the four sections of the Old Testament?

1. Books of the Law, 2. Books of Israel's History, 3. Books of Wisdom, 4. Books of Prophecy.

What are the four sections of the New Testament?

1. Gospels, 2. Acts of the Apostles, 3. Epistles, 4. Apocalyptic text - Revelations.

Why do we begin Scripture reading with prayer?

To ask God to help us understand His Word.

What are the four key steps used for reading Scripture?

1. Begin with prayer, 2. Read with Christ as our lens, 3. Remember the Bible belongs to the Church, 4. View Scripture as personal.

What is the purpose of the Books of the Law?

They describe creation, God's covenant, the formation of Israel, and the giving of God's Law.

What is the main focus of the Books of Israel's History?

They recount Israel's history and show God's faithfulness.

What is the purpose of the Books of Wisdom?

They provide teachings about wisdom and life's struggles.

What do the Books of Prophecy teach?

They call for repentance and promise hope and restoration.

What is the purpose of the Gospels?

They tell the story of Jesus Christ.

What does the Acts of the Apostles describe?

The early Church's history.

Why were the Epistles written?

To teach and guide Christians.

What is the purpose of the Apocalyptic Text?

It presents visions of Christ's final victory.

What council rejected the heresy of Arius?

Council of Nicea.

Where did Abraham take Isaac?

Moriah.

Who were sent by God to admonish the people?

Prophets.

What is Melchizedek called?

King of Righteousness.

Why is the phrase 'Let Us make man' important?

It shows God speaking within the Holy Trinity.

How is Melchizedek connected to Christ?

He brings bread and wine, prefiguring the Eucharist.

Describe the foreshadowing between Isaac and Jesus Christ.

Both carry wood for their sacrifice and ascend a mountain.

How is Christ present in the Book of Genesis?

Through the Trinity's language and foreshadowing events.

What heresy did Arius spread?

He argued that Christ was a creation of God.

How do the Church Fathers interpret 'Us' in Genesis 1:26?

As a reference to the Holy Trinity.

What did Moses encounter on Mount Sinai?

The angel of the Lord in a burning bush.

What major events in Moses' life foreshadow Christ?

His escape from death and leading the people out of bondage.

Why is it important to recognize Christ in the Old Testament?

It shows the unity of Scripture and God's gradual revelation of salvation.

What similarities do Moses and Jesus share?

Both were chosen by God for a special mission, acted as mediators between God and humanity, taught God's Word, and Moses gave the Law while Jesus fulfilled it.

What are key differences between Moses and Jesus?

Moses was fully human, while Jesus is both fully human and fully divine; Moses' mission was for the Israelites, while Jesus' mission extends to all humanity.

What does it mean to be your 'real self'?

It means accepting and valuing the unique person God created you to be, recognizing strengths and flaws as part of God's design.

How can biblical characters with flaws inspire people?

They show that God can use anyone, regardless of weaknesses, to fulfill His plan, encouraging self-acceptance and reliance on God.

List four biblical characters and their perceived flaws.

1. Moses - slow of speech; 2. Job - loss of everything; 3. Jonah - ran away from God's command; 4. Abraham - old age when promised a child.

What is the power of the tongue according to Proverbs 18:21?

Life and death are in the power of the tongue.

Why do our words have so much power according to Scripture?

Words can heal or harm, reflect our heart, and reveal our character and intentions.

What does the resurrection of Jesus confirm?

It confirms Jesus as the Son of God, proves victory over sin and death, guarantees eternal life, makes salvation possible, and transforms lives.

What does Pentecost signify?

The descent of the Holy Spirit.

Where were the Apostles praying while waiting for the Holy Spirit?

In the Upper Room.

Who was chosen as the replacement for Judas Iscariot?

Matthias.

What is the significance of the phrase 'Days of Waiting'?

It commemorates the period of ten days from the ascension of Jesus to Pentecost.

What is Pentecost known as in the Old Testament?

Feast of Weeks or Feast of Harvest.

What are the three major Jewish feasts in the Old Testament?

1. Passover; 2. Feast of Weeks (Pentecost); 3. Feast of Tabernacles.

What is the special service for Pentecost called?

Syom burke (or Kneeling/Prostration).

Who is Mor Gregorios of Parumala?

Mor Gregorios Geevarghese Chathuruthil.

Why is Mor Gregorios called Kochu Thirumeni?

He was ordained as bishop at a young age of 28.

Who was the interpreter for Patriarch Ignatius Peter IV during the Mulanthuruthy Synod?

Parumala Thirumeni.

When were dioceses first established in the Malankara Church?

During the Mulanthuruthy Synod.

How did Mor Gregorios care for society?

He maintained relationships with all people, showed love and care for the poor, and visited households during a smallpox epidemic.