Gospel of Mark - Chapter 1 Quiz

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Who wrote the Gospel of Mark?

Mark Antony

Mark (correct)

Marcus Aurelius

Who did Mark call, 'the voice of one crying in the wilderness' (Mark 1:3 - 4)?

James

John (correct)

Jesus

What kind of baptism did John preach (Mark 1:4)?

Baptism for membership into the followers of Christ

Baptism of repentance for the remission of sins (correct)

Infant baptism

Where did John baptize (Mark 1:4)?

In the wilderness Signup and view all the answers

In what river did John baptize (Mark 1:4)?

Jordan River Signup and view all the answers

What kind of clothes did John wear in the wilderness (Mark 1:6)?

Clothes made of camel's hair and a leather belt Signup and view all the answers

What did John eat while in the wilderness (Mark 1:6)?

Locusts and wild honey Signup and view all the answers

With what element did John baptize (Mark 1:8)?

Water Signup and view all the answers

With what would the one coming after John baptize (Mark 1:8)?

The Holy Spirit Signup and view all the answers

Who came from Nazareth of Galilee to be baptized by John (Mark 1:9)?

Jesus Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus see descending upon Him as He came up out of the water after being baptized (Mark 1:10)?

The Spirit, like a dove Signup and view all the answers

What did the voice from heaven say following Jesus' baptism (Mark 1:11)?

'You are My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.' Signup and view all the answers

Immediately following Jesus' baptism, where did the Spirit send Jesus (Mark 1:12)?

Into the wilderness Signup and view all the answers

How long was Jesus in the wilderness after His baptism (Mark 1:13)?

40 days Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Jesus while He was in the wilderness (Mark 1:13)?

He was tempted by Satan Signup and view all the answers

Who came and ministered unto Jesus following His temptation (Mark 1:13)?

Angels Signup and view all the answers

After Jesus' temptation, what happened to John (Mark 1:14)?

He was put into prison Signup and view all the answers

After John was put into prison, to what area did Jesus go (Mark 1:14)?

Galilee Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Jesus say, 'Come after Me, and I will make you become fishers of men' (Mark 1:16 - 17)?

Simon and Andrew Signup and view all the answers

What two brothers did Jesus see casting a net into the Sea of Galilee (Mark 1:16)?

Simon and Andrew Signup and view all the answers

By what sea was Jesus walking when He saw two brothers casting out a net (Mark 1:16)?

Sea of Galilee Signup and view all the answers

After finding Simon and Andrew, what two men did Jesus find by the Sea of Galilee (Mark 1:19)?

James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John Signup and view all the answers

What were James and John doing when Jesus found them (Mark 1:19)?

In a ship, mending their nets Signup and view all the answers

After Jesus called Simon, Andrew, James and John, where did they all go (Mark 1:21)?

Capernaum Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gospel of Mark - Chapter 1 Study Notes

The Gospel of Mark is attributed to Mark, a figure distinct from others like Marcus Aurelius and Mark Antony.
John the Baptist is referred to as “the voice of one crying in the wilderness” (Mark 1:3 - 4), signifying his prophetic role.
John preached a baptism of repentance for the remission of sins, contrasting with concepts of infant baptism or membership baptism.
Baptisms performed by John occurred in the wilderness, not in well-known bodies of water like the Red Sea or Jerusalem.
The Jordan River is where John performed his baptisms, a key geographical location in biblical narratives.
John the Baptist is described as wearing clothes made of camel's hair with a leather belt, highlighting his ascetic lifestyle.
His diet consisted of locusts and wild honey, symbolizing his connection to nature and the wilderness.
John’s baptisms were conducted with water, a fundamental symbolism in Christian rites of initiation.
He prophesied that someone greater would come after him, who would baptize with the Holy Spirit.
Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee to be baptized by John in the Jordan River, marking a pivotal event in his ministry.
Upon Jesus’ baptism, the Spirit descended upon Him like a dove, signifying divine approval.
A voice from heaven declared, “You are My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased,” affirming Jesus’ identity and mission.
After baptism, Jesus was sent into the wilderness by the Spirit, indicating a period of testing and preparation.
Jesus remained in the wilderness for 40 days, a period traditionally associated with trial and divine testing.
During this time, Jesus was tempted by Satan, marking the beginning of his struggle against evil.
Following the temptation, angels came to minister to Jesus, providing divine support and sustenance.
John the Baptist was imprisoned shortly after Jesus' temptation, signaling a shift in his ministry and foreshadowing his fate.
After John's imprisonment, Jesus began preaching in Galilee, emphasizing the importance of this region in his ministry.
Jesus called Simon (Peter) and Andrew, saying, “Come after Me, and I will make you become fishers of men,” indicating a call to discipleship.
Simon (Peter) and Andrew were brothers found casting nets in the Sea of Galilee, highlighting their vocational background.
Jesus later encountered James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were mending nets in a ship, illustrating the call of the first disciples.
After calling his initial disciples, Jesus went to Capernaum, which became a central location for his ministry, particularly on the Sabbath.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 1 of the Gospel of Mark. This quiz covers key themes, important figures like John the Baptist, and significant locations mentioned in the chapter. Explore the context and symbolism of John’s baptisms and his role in the Gospel narrative.