New Testament final

Gospels

The first four books of the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke, John.

Acts

The historical book in the New Testament that records the early church's history.

Pauls Letters

The letters written by Paul to various churches and individuals, totaling 13.

General Letters

The letters in the New Testament that are not attributed to Paul, totaling 8.

Revelation

The apocalyptic book of the New Testament that includes visions of the end times.

Pharisees

A group of legalists in the New Testament who believed in an afterlife.

Essenes

A group of Qumran desert dwellers responsible for the Dead Sea Scrolls.

Sanhedrin

The Jewish ruling council at the time of Jesus.

Samaritans

Half-breed Jews that others avoided during New Testament times.

Stoicism

A philosophy that existed during New Testament times, emphasizing self-control and rationality.

Sermon on the Mount

A collection of Jesus' teachings, including the Beatitudes and Kingdom ethics.

Pentecost

The event marking the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the disciples.

Fruits of the Spirit

Qualities listed in Galatians 5:22-23 that characterize a Christian life.

Armor of God

A metaphorical description of the spiritual defenses found in Ephesians 6:10-18.

Melchizedek

A priest of God and king of Salem mentioned in Genesis 14 and Hebrews 7.

Tribulation

A term often associated with suffering or trials, especially relevant in Revelation.

Honor and Shame Culture

A social structure where status is based on adherence to group norms and public perception.

Roman Currency

Included denarii, used alongside Jewish currency such as shekels.

Edomites

Descendants of Esau, with historical ties to Herod the Great.

Apocalyptic Literature

A genre in the Bible that reveals hidden things and often involves visions of the end times.