rel a 211 new testament exam 2

What does tradition say about the source of Mark?

He got his information for his gospel from Peter.

When was Mark probably written?

Between 66 AD and 73 AD.

Who is the first to introduce Jesus Christ as the Son of God in the book of Mark?

God the Father introduces the son.

Who also recognizes Jesus in the first chapter?

Evil and Devils.

Why does Mark highlight that Jesus told people not to tell others about his miracles?

Because the people are not ready to understand the type of Messiah Jesus is.

What is a common feature in many stories in Mark?

'Sandwich stories'; characteristic stories with a compliment structure.

What do we know about the son of man?

Given authority, including over judgement.

What did Jesus say to those who accused him of eating with sinners?

Mark 2:17, it's righteous (not self-righteous); Jesus was kind, merciful, fair, etc.

Why did Jesus say his disciples didn't fast?

Because the bridegroom was in the house. Mark 2:19.

What aspect of Jesus' mission is emphasized in Mark?

Jesus was coming to defeat Satan.

How is the kingdom brought forth according to Mark 4:26-29?

God brings it forth; fruit brings forth for itself.

What elements suggest the place of the man possessed with a legion of devils was unclean?

Spiritually unclean and physically unclean.

What nation might the story of the possessed man point to?

Rome.

What did the man who was possessed do after he was healed?

He started to preach to others; he became the first missionary.

What theme begins in Mark 6?

Bread/food.

What time is the 'fourth watch' in the morning?

3am-6am.

What does the phrase 'it is I' point to?

'I am'. Be not afraid.

What message do we learn from the story of Jesus walking on water?

God comes to us through difficulty and trial.

What did the disciples 'consider not' and why?

They forgot the loaves; they forgot who Jesus is.

What message can we learn from the story about the gentile woman with a possessed daughter?

Covenant blessings will go to everyone.

Who was Jairus?

Ruler of the synagogue.

How can 'healed' be translated besides healing?

Saved.

How is Jesus revealed in the first part of Mark?

As a powerful Messiah.

What kind of story begins the middle section of Mark?

Healing story that shows people healed in phases.

What did Joseph Smith say happened on the mount of transfiguration?

Peter, James, and John were given the keys.

What is one main message of the mount of transfiguration?

This is the one you should listen to; he is the Messiah; this is the Son of God.

What story helps interpret the story of the rich young ruler?

When Jesus says receive the kingdom like a little child.

What does Jesus predict three times in Mark 8-10?

That he would suffer and die.

What type of story concludes the middle section of Mark?

Stories that show things slowly coming into sight, like the blind man being healed.

What kind of Messiah is Jesus described as?

A suffering Messiah; Suffering Servant.

How do the disciples respond when Jesus predicts his sufferings?

They do not understand.

How does Jesus reply to their misunderstanding?

You have to lose your life in order to gain it.

In what voice is 'I am risen' written?

A passive voice.

What does Gethsemane mean?

Oil press.

What makes Gethsemane particularly dramatic?

We seldom see Jesus' emotions expressed.

What is rare in ancient literature that we see in Gethsemane?

A person speaking out loud with no one around.

Who reserved the right to execute criminals?

The Romans.

When does Jesus identify himself as the Son of God?

Mark 14:62.

Which titles of Jesus are referred to in Mark 14:60-62?

Suffering Servant, Son of Man, Jehovah, Christ, and Son of God.

What pattern is evident at the end of Jesus' mortal ministry?

Supporting circle around Jesus gets smaller as the disciples abandon him.

Who is the first human to call Jesus 'Son of God'?

The centurion (Roman, a gentile).

Which stories connect to the resurrection narrative?

Looked, seeing who Jesus is.

How did the woman at the tomb react to the angel's appearance?

They trembled and were afraid; they did not say anything to anyone.

Who is Luke's audience?

Theophilus, a Greek-speaking Gentile Christian audience familiar with the Old Testament.

Who does Luke focus on in his gospel?

Women, outcasts, and sinners.

What building is emphasized in Luke's gospel?

The temple.

What characterizes some of the sources of Luke?

Eyewitness accounts.

What is the difference between Mary and Zacharias' response?

Zacharias is more skeptical, Mary is expectant.

Which book and prophecy were alluded to when Gabriel visited Mary?

2 Samuel 7; the king they have been waiting for.

Luke is filled with what?

Reversals.

What do we learn about Jesus' childhood narratives?

He doesn’t seem to use God's power in inappropriate ways.

What context does Luke highlight about the birth of Jesus?

Roman imperial rule.

Who else was called son of God, savior, lord or god?

Augustus.

How can we understand the word 'inn'?

As an upper room.

What are two themes in Luke?

To all people and this day.

The story of the temptation of Jesus alludes to what Old Testament story?

The Exodus.

How did Jesus overcome the temptations of the devil?

Through scripture, the word of God.

What was the key issue during the temptation of Jesus?

Trying to get Jesus to use his powers.

What happens after someone reads scripture in a synagogue?

They are expected to explain the text.

Why might the synagogue people be offended by Jesus?

Because of God's grace going to gentiles.

What lesson do we learn from the healing of the man with the withered hand?

The Sabbath is for doing good.

What lesson do we learn from disciples eating grain on the Sabbath?

Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath.

True or False: Jesus would not eat with Pharisees.

False.

What two ideas does Jesus connect in the story of the woman anointing his feet?

Love and Forgiveness.

What important section of Luke begins in Luke 9:51?

Information about how God punishes people.

How did Jesus respond to disciples wanting to call down fire on Samaritans?

We do not need to call down fire.

What kind of words are used 12 times about the Samaritan?

Active verbs.

The question is not who is my neighbor, but who?

Who am I neighboring to.

What can we learn from the story of Martha and Mary?

To learn one thing at a time.

Luke 11 begins a section on what?

Prayer.

What is a major problem with the man in the parable of the rich fool?

He is obsessed with himself.

What did Jesus say regarding the Galileans who died?

If you don’t repent then you will perish.

Why will some not enter 'at the strait gate'?

Because they committed iniquity.

Where does Jesus teach we should sit at a dinner party?

In the lowest room.

Who should we invite to a dinner party?

The poor and needy.

What happens to those who exalt themselves?

They will be abased.

Which parable contains a proper name?

The rich man and Lazarus.

What does Lazarus mean?

God helps.

What does it mean to be 'carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom'?

To be with them.

What did the rich man say to Abraham regarding sending people to his brothers?

They have scripture; let them hear them.

When were the ten lepers cleansed?

As they went.

What focuses the story of the ten lepers?

An outsider, a Samaritan.

Who did the father show love to in the parable of the prodigal son?

Both sons.

Who was Jesus directing the parable of the Pharisee and Publican toward?

People who trust in themselves.

Why did the Pharisee think he was justified?

Because he was full of himself.

Who did Jesus say would be exalted?

Someone who humbles himself.

What do we learn from the story of Zacchaeus?

Salvation came to Zacchaeus.

What are four possible ways to understand Jesus' interaction with the Sadducees?

Marriages occur after resurrection, directed to Sadducees, Bible affirms marriage, Modern Revelation.

For Latter-day Saints, what is the ultimate source of truth?

Revelation.

What does Gethsemane teach us besides Jesus' suffering?

Model prayer and true Christian prayer.

Who did Jesus overcome in Gethsemane and Golgotha?

Satan, Death, and Hell.

What did Jesus prophesy as he neared Jerusalem?

Destruction of Jerusalem.

What was Jesus' emotional reaction near Jerusalem?

He wept.

What is expressed during Jesus' trial and crucifixion?

He did nothing; he was righteous and innocent.

What can we say about the conversation Jesus had with the criminal on the cross?

Jesus gave him hope.

According to Jewish law, when could an executed criminal's body not be laid out?

Past sundown.

Why is it significant that Jesus was put in a tomb never used before?

No confusion when the body is missing.

What did Jesus teach on the road to Emmaus?

How the Old Testament points to him.

Why was Luke's resurrection account important for 1st-century readers?

It showed that Jesus was resurrected literally.

Why did Jesus eat after resurrecting?

To prove to them he has a body.