chapter 5-6 New Testament

Why does it matter that Jesus is mentioned by several ancient secular historians?

It matters because it confirms Jesus was a real historical person, not just a religious legend.

What form of criticism tries to establish the story line of a Gospel?

Redaction criticism.

The Gospel of Thomas was neither written by Thomas, nor gives a narrative of Jesus’ life.

True

Which church father gives the earliest information about the writing of the canonical Gospels, their authorship, etc.?

Papias.

Which Gospels are part of the Synoptic Gospels?

Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

What does form criticism deal with?

It studies the oral traditions and small units behind the Gospel stories.

What does source criticism deal with?

It studies the written sources used to create the Gospels.

What do conservative scholars accept regarding the accuracy of the Gospels?

They accept the Gospels as historically reliable.

What does “kerygma” mean?

The proclamation or preaching of the Christian message.

How long was Jesus’ public ministry?

About three years.

What does “kingdom” refer to in the Gospels?

God’s rule or reign

Traditionally, Jesus’ public ministry has been divided into what periods?

Early Galilean ministry, later Galilean ministry, and Judean ministry.

When was Jesus tempted by Satan?

After his baptism, during forty days in the wilderness.

What did Jesus start predicting after he was confessed as the Messiah?

His suffering, death, and resurrection.

What was being celebrated at the Last Supper?

The Jewish Passover.

How long did the crucifixion of Jesus last?

About six hours.

When did Jesus’ resurrection happen?

On the third day, Sunday morning.

Early Christians’ tenacity in maintaining their testimony under the pressure of persecution supports the reality of Jesus’ miracles.

True