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Who is Abraham in biblical context?

  • A rebellious prince
  • A prophet of war
  • A king of Jerusalem
  • Archetypal patriarch and father of Hebrew people (correct)

    • What does Absalom symbolize?

    The loss to a father of a favorite, yet rebellious son.

    What is Armageddon known for?

  • The first miracle
  • Final battle between good and evil (correct)
  • A peaceful resolution
  • The birth of Christ

    • What does Babylon represent?

    <p>Grandeur, wickedness, and wealth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the story of Cain and Abel about?

    <p>A murder due to jealousy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Daniel known for in the Bible?

    <p>Defying rulers and being thrown into a pit with lions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of David and Bathsheba's story?

    <p>An archetypal of a treacherous or guilty romance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    David and Goliath represents an unequal contest where the 'underdog' triumphs.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Doubting Thomas represent?

    <p>One who needs proof to believe in something.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Eye of the Needle metaphor imply?

    <p>A seemingly impossible or difficult task.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Exodus symbolize?

    <p>A going out or departure due to oppression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse represent?

    <p>War, famine, pestilence, and death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Garden of Eden symbolize?

    <p>A place of serenity and bliss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Gethsemane represent?

    <p>Painful ordeal or suffering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Golgotha mean?

    <p>Place of the skull.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lesson from the Good Samaritan?

    <p>To care for those in need, regardless of their background.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Good Shepherd represent?

    <p>A faithful leader who cares for his flock.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the symbolism of the Golden Calf?

    <p>A false idol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jezebel symbolize?

    <p>A scheming, manipulative, and cruel woman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story of Job illustrate?

    <p>Faithfulness and loyalty through tragedy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lesson from Jonah and the Whale?

    <p>Realizing one's mistake and making up for it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Judas Iscariot represent?

    <p>A traitor or deceitful informer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Last Supper signify?

    <p>A farewell meal before facing an ordeal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lazarus represent?

    <p>An unexpected comeback.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinction between Lucifer and Satan?

    <p>Lucifer is the light bearer, while Satan represents evil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the Magi?

    <p>Three wise men who visited Jesus after his birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does manna symbolize?

    <p>Any gift from Heaven that provides sustenance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Moses symbolize?

    <p>Deliverance and freedom from slavery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Noah and the Flood represent?

    <p>Faith and new beginnings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Olive Branch symbolize?

    <p>Hope, peace, and a new dawn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Original Sin?

    <p>The first act of disobedience against God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Philistine represent?

    <p>Indifference toward different cultures and intellectual pursuits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Pontius Pilate in the Bible?

    <p>The Roman governor responsible for authorizing Christ's crucifixion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Prodigal Son Parable illustrate?

    <p>The capacity to forgive those who return after wrongdoing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Saint Stephen represent?

    <p>Extreme devotion and compassion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Samson and Delilah symbolize?

    <p>The interplay of strength and betrayal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a scapegoat?

    <p>A person who takes the blame for others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Sodom and Gomorrah represent?

    <p>Sin and corruption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What qualities does Solomon represent?

    <p>Great wisdom and compassion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Tree of Life symbolize?

    <p>God's gift of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil represent?

    <p>A trade-off of innocence for knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does walking on water symbolize?

    <p>Performing an impossible or godlike task.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do whited sepulchers represent?

    <p>Something that looks pure outwardly but is rotten inwardly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biblical Allusions

    • Abraham: Archetypal patriarch; represents patriarchal values, wisdom, and fertility. The father of Hebrew people.

    • Absalom: Son of King David who rebelled against his father; symbolizes the loss of a favored, rebellious son.

    • Armageddon: Refers to the final battle between good and evil at the end of times; signifies a climactic showdown and judgment day.

    • Babylon: Represents grandeur, wickedness, and wealth; a city on the Euphrates River associated with the Jewish exile.

    • Cain and Abel: Cain murders his brother Abel out of jealousy; symbolizes betrayal by a trusted individual.

    • Daniel: Known for defying Babylonian rulers; symbolizes courage under extreme danger. "Writing on the wall" signifies doom.

    • David and Bathsheba: David's treacherous love leading to Uriah's death; archetype of guilt-ridden romance and massive sin.

    • David and Goliath: Tale of an underdog defeat; symbolizes unequal contests where the weaker party triumphs against all odds.

    • Doubting Thomas: Apostle who demands proof of Christ's resurrection; represents skepticism and the need for tangible evidence in faith.

    • Eye of the Needle: A saying illustrating that it's easier for a camel to pass through a needle's eye than for a rich man to enter heaven; signifies difficult tasks.

    • Exodus: Moses leads Hebrews from slavery in Egypt; symbolizes migration and deliverance due to oppression.

    • Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: Represent war, famine, pestilence, and death; allude to impending global disasters.

    • Garden of Eden: The paradise where humanity began; symbolizes serenity and untouched beginnings.

    • Gethsemane: A place of suffering; alludes to intense emotional struggle before significant trials.

    • Golgotha: The site of Jesus's crucifixion; symbolizes sorrowful, dark places of judgment and death.

    • The Good Samaritan: Represents a person who helps others selflessly; symbolizes compassion and selflessness for those in need.

    • The Good Shepherd: Jesus compared to a loyal shepherd who protects his flock; denotes guidance and trust in divine leadership.

    • The Golden Calf: A false idol worshipped by the Israelites in the desert; symbolizes the dangers of idolatry and temptation.

    • Jezebel: A manipulative and immoral queen; represents scheming and cruelty in leadership.

    • Job: An exemplar of patience and faith; symbolizes unwavering loyalty through suffering and eventual restoration.

    • Jonah and the Whale: Jonah's journey illustrates redemption and obedience after a period of avoidance; symbolizes the call to service.

    • Judas Iscariot: Apostle who betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver; signifies betrayal and treachery.

    • Last Supper: The final meal of Jesus before his crucifixion; symbolizes farewells and significant transitions.

    • Lazarus: Raised from the dead by Jesus; signifies miraculous comebacks and hope.

    • Lucifer vs. Satan: Lucifer, the light bearer, falls from grace becoming Satan; represents the dichotomy of good and evil.

    • The Magi: Wise men who recognized Jesus's significance and brought gifts; symbolize prophecy and acknowledgment of divine truths.

    • Manna: Sustenance provided by God during the Israelites' desert travels; symbolizes divine provision and miracles.

    • Moses: Key prophet who led the Israelites and received the Ten Commandments; symbolizes liberation and divine law.

    • Noah and the Flood: Noah's faith leads to the continuation of life after divine judgment; symbolizes new beginnings.

    • Olive Branch: Represents peace and hope; signifies new beginnings post-calamity.

    • Original Sin/The Fall: Adam and Eve's disobedience leading to humanity's moral struggles; symbolizes the burden of sin.

    • Philistine: Represents disdain for intellectual pursuits and cultural indifference.

    • Pontius Pilate: Roman governor symbolizing moral failure and cowardice in the face of justice.

    • Prodigal Son Parable: Teaches about forgiveness and redemption; highlights God's compassion for the repentant.

    • Saint Stephen: First Christian martyr noted for his devotion and forgiveness during persecution; symbolizes unwavering faith.

    • Samson and Delilah: Represents loss of strength due to betrayal; symbolizes divine empowerment against obstacles.

    • Scapegoat: A bearer of blame for others; illustrates themes of atonement and sacrifice.

    • Sodom and Gomorrah: Cities destroyed due to sin and corruption; symbolizes divine judgment and moral decay.

    • Solomon: Renowned for wisdom and compassion; alludes to a wise and just ruler.

    • The Tree of Life: Represents God's gift of life and immortality in paradise.

    • The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil: Represents the loss of innocence through disobedience; symbolizes the origin of humanity's moral dilemmas.

    • Walking on Water: Indicates performing impossible tasks; associated with divine capability and miracles.

    • Whited Sepulcher: Represents hypocrisy; signifies superficial purity hiding inner corruption.

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