Bible Terms Flashcards

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What is the First Commandment?

I am the Lord your God; you shall have no other gods before Me

What does the Second Commandment state?

You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below

What is the Third Commandment?

You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God

What does the Fourth Commandment instruct?

You shall remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy Signup and view all the answers

What does the Fifth Commandment state?

You shall honor your father and your mother Signup and view all the answers

What does the Sixth Commandment prohibit?

You shall not murder Signup and view all the answers

What is the Seventh Commandment?

You shall not commit adultery Signup and view all the answers

What does the Eighth Commandment state?

You shall not steal Signup and view all the answers

What is the Ninth Commandment?

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor Signup and view all the answers

What does the Tenth Commandment prohibit?

You shall not covet your neighbor's house. You shall not covet your neighbor's wife--or anything that belongs to your neighbor Signup and view all the answers

What is the Greatest Commandment?

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind Signup and view all the answers

What is the Second Greatest Commandment?

Love your neighbor as yourself Signup and view all the answers

What is the Golden Rule?

Do unto others as you would have them do unto you Signup and view all the answers

What is the Great Commission?

Go and make disciples Signup and view all the answers

What is the Great Confession?

Simon Peter's answer that Jesus Christ is 'the Son of the living God' Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Sabbath according to A. Heschel?

To celebrate time rather than space Signup and view all the answers

What does Transfiguration refer to?

The transformation of Jesus on a high mountain during which his essential deity was glimpsed Signup and view all the answers

What event is recorded in Acts 2?

The Holy Spirit given to the church Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the Gospel of Matthew?

The King and His Kingdom and how Jesus fulfills the promises of that promised King and Kingdom Signup and view all the answers

What is Passover?

Old Testament feast that celebrated God's saving the firstborn of Israel the night they left Egypt Signup and view all the answers

What is the Abrahamic Covenant?

God's immutable promise of Land, Seed, Blessing that the whole world would be blessed through his line, a Jew which is Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

What does the Davidic Covenant signify?

Salvation would come through his lineage Signup and view all the answers

What is the New Covenant?

Forgiveness and Salvation are in Christ Jesus, and the law will be written on the hearts of believers Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Lord Jesus 40 days after His resurrection?

Jesus ascended into heaven Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Gospel' refer to?

Translated from the Greek, 'good message', it refers to the news of YHWH's long-awaited victory over evil and rescue of his people. Signup and view all the answers

What are Parables?

Short stories with a spiritual message Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the Gospel of Mark?

For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many Signup and view all the answers

What does the Gospel of Luke emphasize?

Luke was a physician and historian, carefully researched his material and consulted eyewitnesses for information. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the Gospel of John?

Very different in style and written for a universal audience Signup and view all the answers

What is the Acts of the Apostles?

Luke's second historical volume Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Commandments and Key Teachings

First Commandment: Command to worship only the Lord and have no other gods.
Second Commandment: Prohibition against creating idols or representations for worship.
Third Commandment: Instruction not to misuse the name of God.
Fourth Commandment: Emphasis on keeping the Sabbath holy as a day of rest.
Fifth Commandment: Command to honor one's father and mother.
Sixth Commandment: Explicit prohibition against murder.
Seventh Commandment: Prohibition against adultery.
Eighth Commandment: Command forbidding theft.
Ninth Commandment: Instruction not to bear false witness against one's neighbor.
Tenth Commandment: Prohibition against coveting anything that belongs to a neighbor and outlines a comprehensive respect for others’ possessions.

Primary Commands of Love

Greatest Commandment: Love God fully with heart, soul, and mind.
Second Greatest Commandment: Instructs to love one's neighbor as oneself.
Golden Rule: Encourages treating others as one wishes to be treated.

Significant Biblical Events and Teachings

Great Commission: Jesus commands his followers to spread the gospel and make disciples.
Great Confession: Peter identifies Jesus as "the Son of the living God".
Sabbath Concept: A.Heschel highlights Sabbath as a celebration of time emphasizing spiritual connection over material concerns.

Major Biblical Moments

Transfiguration: Jesus transformed, revealing His divine nature.
Pentecost: Describes the descent of the Holy Spirit on the church as recorded in Acts 2.

Gospels Overview

Gospel of Matthew: Targets Jewish audience, emphasizes Jesus fulfilling Messianic prophecies and His Kingdom.
Gospel of Mark: Earliest gospel, focuses on Jesus as a servant and His sacrifice, directed towards a Roman audience.
Gospel of Luke: Written by a physician, highlights the humanity of Jesus; aimed at Gentiles and Greeks.
Gospel of John: Different style, emphasizes belief in Jesus as the Messiah for eternal life.

Covenants and Their Significance

Abrahamic Covenant: God's promise of land, descendants, and blessings through Abraham leading to Jesus.
Davidic Covenant: Promise that salvation will come through David's lineage.
New Covenant: Centered on forgiveness and salvation through Christ, with God’s law written in believers' hearts.

Other Important Concepts

Ascension: Jesus ascended to heaven 40 days after His resurrection.
Gospel: Means "good news" and reflects God's victory over evil through Jesus.
Parables: Short stories that convey spiritual meanings.

The Acts of the Apostles

Acts: Written by Luke, serves as a historical account of the early church and the fulfillment of Jesus’ promises post-resurrection.

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Test your knowledge of key Bible terms with these flashcards. Each card presents a commandment from the Bible along with its definition. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of biblical teachings.