THEOLOGY EXAM #2

What happened in 70 AD

Rome destroys the Second Temple in Jerusalem

Apocalypse

A term referring to revelations about the end times and the final events in human history.

Apostle

Someone who is sent on a mission

Ascension (of Jesus)

The event where Jesus was taken up into heaven after His resurrection.

Baptism

A religious ritual purification by immersion in water and is used for the forgiveness of sin

Beatitudes

Blessings pronounced by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, outlining the attitudes of followers of Christ

Bethlehem

The birthplace of Jesus located in Judea

Cephas

Another name for Peter, one of Jesus' apostles

Christ (what does the word mean?)

Derived from the Greek word 'Christos,' meaning 'the Anointed One' or 'Messiah'.

Church

The community of Christians gathered for worship, and the body of followers of Christ.

Circumcision (in the early Church)

A Jewish practice in early Christianity of the removal of the foreskin of the penis

Cross

The instrument of Jesus' crucifixion, a symbol of His sacrifice

Crucifixion

The execution method by which Jesus was put to death on a cross.

Demon/unclean spirit

Spiritual entities believed to cause harm or possession.

Disciple

A follower or student of Jesus, particularly one of the twelve apostles.

(the) Dragon

Easter

A Christian celebration commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.

Empty tomb tradition

The belief in the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb after His resurrection.

Epistle

A letter, particularly one of the letters attributed to Apostle Paul and other leaders in the New Testament.

Eschatology

The study of last things or end times, concerning death, judgment, and final destiny.

Exorcism

The casting out of demons or evil spirits

Faith vs. Works (of the Law)

A theological debate concerning whether salvation is achieved by faith in God or by following the law.

False prophet/messiah

An individual claiming to be a prophet or messiah whose teachings are deceptive or misleading.

Final judgment

The belief in a final assessment of all humanity by God.

Galilee

A region in ancient Israel where Jesus performed much of His ministry.

Genealogy (in the Gospels)

The recorded lineage of Jesus, emphasizing His fulfillment of Jewish prophecy.

Gentile

A non-Jewish person.

Good Friday

The Christian day commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus.

Gospel (multiple meanings)

The message of Christ's life and teachings; also refers to the first four books of the New Testament.

Incarnation

The Christian doctrine that God became human in the person of Jesus Christ.

James the Just

A leader in the early Christian church in Jerusalem and traditionally viewed as the brother of Jesus.

Jesus

Central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Messiah.

John of Patmos

The author of the Book of Revelation.

John the Baptist

A religious leader who is related to Jesus

Judas Iscariot

One of Jesus' twelve apostles, known for betraying him.

Kingdom of God

The spiritual realm over which God reigns as king.

Lamb (of God)

A title for Jesus, emphasizing his role as a sacrificial offering for humanity's sins.

Last Supper

The final meal shared by Jesus with His apostles before His crucifixion.

Lord’s Supper

Another term for the Eucharist or Communion, commemorating Jesus' Last Supper.

Mary (& Joseph)

The mother and earthly father of Jesus.

Nazareth

The town in Galilee where Jesus grew up.

Parables

Simple stories used by Jesus to illustrate moral or spiritual lessons.

Parable of the Sower

Passion Narrative

The accounts of the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus.

Paul

An apostle who spread Christianity and authored many letters in the New Testament.

Pentecost

A Christian holiday commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles.

Peter

One of Jesus' closest disciples, initially named Simon.

Pharisees

A Jewish sect known for strict adherence to the Law and traditions.

(Pontius) Pilate

The Roman governor who presided over Jesus' trial.

Rabbi

A Jewish teacher or religious leader.

Resurrection

The rising of Jesus from the dead on the third day after his crucifixion.

Rome/Roman Empire

The political power that ruled during the time of Jesus and the early Church.

Second Coming

The anticipated return of Christ to the world at the end of time.

Second Temple

The Jewish temple in Jerusalem that was rebuilt after the Babylonian exile.

Sermon on the Mount

The collection of teachings by Jesus that includes the Beatitudes.

Simon (aka, Simeon)

Another name for Simon Peter, one of Jesus' apostles.

Son of Man

A title used by Jesus referring to His human nature and messianic role.

Synagogue

A Jewish place of worship and community gathering.

Synoptic Gospels

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke which present similar accounts of Jesus' life.

Trial(s) (of Jesus)

The legal proceedings against Jesus leading to his crucifixion.

The Word (as in, 'In the beginning was the Word')

Refers to Christ as the divine logos or principle underlying the universe.