Theology Unit 3 Quiz 3

Short stories that use simple language and images to communicate complex ideas

What are parables?

Jesus used parables because the Kingdom of God is difficult to understand

Why did Jesus speak in parables?

It restores communion with God, frees us from sin, Christ rules the Church, and “Chosen people” now welcome everyone into God’s covenant.

What do the parables tell us about the kingdom of God?

It was being occupied by Rome

What was going on in ancient Israel that made parables useful?

A political Kingdom

What kind of Kingdom were people anticipating during Jesus’ time?

The Parable of the Sower and the Parable of the Leaven

What are the two parables that we studied in class?

The Kingdom deals with hearts more than earthly things

What does The Parable of the Sower tell us about the Kingdom of God?

The Kingdom is supposed to be a blessing to all nations

What does the second parable we studied tell us about the Kingdom of God?

“One who is sent”; the twelve men whom Jesus called to be His inner circle and continue His teaching after the Ascension

What are Apostles?

Jesus chose them to continue His preaching. They were the bedrock of the Kingdom He was founding. He chose them to lead the community of His believers after the Ascension

How are Apostles different from Disciples?

Jesus taught them separately and in more depth about His parables. He spoke to them about things that were too complex for others such as the Passion and Him being the Messiah

How did Jesus prepare the Apostles to be leaders of the Church?

It connects to the twelve tribes of Israel

Why are there 12 Apostles? Why is the number 12 significant?