Gospels: Heart of the New Testament - Unit 6

A collection of vocabulary terms and definitions related to Unit 6 of the Gospels.

Apostolic Succession

Papal leadership handed down from Peter to Pope Francis today.

Church

The community of believers; the assembly of all who believe in Jesus Christ.

Son of Man

Daniel’s prophecy referring to a powerful and eternal king who brings salvation; title used for Jesus in Mark’s Gospel.

Suffering Servant

An innocent man who suffers to save others, prophesying Jesus’ passion and death for humanity's sins.

Red Martyr

A Christian who is killed for their faith.

White Martyr

A martyrdom without death, enduring violent hatred for their faith.

The “hour”

The appointed time for Jesus' passion and death.

Theophany

A visible manifestation of God to humanity.

The Transfiguration

The event where Jesus reveals his divine glory, aiming to strengthen the apostles’ faith in anticipation of his Passion.

Hosanna

Hebrew word meaning 'O Lord grant salvation'.

Parousia

Greek term for the 'Second Coming'.

Eschatology

The part of theology concerned with the end times.

Simon’s response to Jesus' question

'You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God.'

The significance of Simon’s answer

Jesus changes Simon’s name, gives Peter the Keys to the Kingdom, and establishes the Church.

Ekklesia

The Greek word meaning 'assembly', from which the word Church is derived.

Peter

The new name meaning 'Rock'.

Keys to the kingdom

They represent authority; the good shepherd entrusts his flock to Peter.

Authority of the Pope

Full, supreme, and universal power over the Church, including faith and moral matters.

Cost of discipleship

A willingness to suffer to be a faithful disciple of Jesus.

Son of Man prophecy

Prophesied by the Old Testament prophet Daniel.

Suffering Servant prophecy

Prophesied by the Old Testament prophet Isaiah.

Jesus' throne

Represented by the cross.

Jesus’ crown

Made of thorns.

Good Friday

The liturgical day when we venerate the cross and remember Jesus’ sacrifice.

Similarities between The Transfiguration and Moses on Sinai

Both events occur on a mountain, involve a cloud overshadowing them, and include God's voice.

Apostles who witness the Transfiguration

Peter, James, and John.

Jesus’ exodus in the Transfiguration

Refers to freedom from sin and the journey to the promised land of Heaven.

Purpose of the Transfiguration

To strengthen the apostles' faith and give a glimpse of hope.

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem

Rode in on a donkey.

Palm branches

Sign of Jesus’ victory and triumph.

Driving out money changers

Jesus was upset that vendors were preventing proper worship in the temple.

Corporal Works of Mercy

Includes feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, welcoming strangers, clothing the naked, visiting the sick, and visiting prisoners.

Spiritual Works of Mercy

Includes admonishing the sinner, instructing the ignorant, counseling the doubtful, bearing wrongs patiently, forgiving injuries, comforting the sorrowful, praying for the living and the dead.

Mary of Bethany

Anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped them with her hair, preparing for Jesus’ death.

Judas' response to the anointing of Jesus

He was upset due to the use of expensive oil that could have helped the poor.