Gospel of Mark - Key Facts and Themes

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What is the approximate date of the completion of the Gospel of Mark?

70 AD

What is the story of the birth of Jesus like in Mark's Gospel?

non-existent

Which of the following are characteristics of the Gospel of Mark? (Select all that apply)

Use of framing technique (correct)

Immediacy (fast-moving) (correct)

Use of Messianic Secret (correct)

Lengthy genealogies

How does Mark begin?

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

What word is used approximately 40 times in Mark's Gospel?

Immediately Signup and view all the answers

What does the Holy Spirit appear as at Jesus' baptism?

dove Signup and view all the answers

Who identifies Jesus as the 'Holy One of God'?

an Unclean Spirit Signup and view all the answers

Jesus says that his brother/sister/mother is anyone who does what?

does the will of God Signup and view all the answers

What is the problem with Jairus' daughter in the story?

she is dead Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are common themes in the Gospel of Mark? (Select all that apply)

Universal Mission of Jesus Signup and view all the answers

What passages are characterized by the sandwich technique?

Jairus' daughter/the bleeding woman Signup and view all the answers

What does Jesus believe about the Pharisees?

were too concerned with outward appearances, valued rules over people and tried to separate themselves from non-Jews Signup and view all the answers

What miracle does the Syrophoenician woman request?

an exorcism for her child Signup and view all the answers

What did Peter recognize Jesus as?

the Christ Signup and view all the answers

Why does Peter refuse to accept Jesus' suffering and death?

would suffer and die Signup and view all the answers

What does the story of John the Baptist within the Mission of the Twelve imply?

Being a messenger of God could result in death Signup and view all the answers

What image of suffering does Jesus present to his disciples?

Carrying a cross Signup and view all the answers

In the Feeding of the Five Thousand, which hints of the book of Exodus are not found?

The people sit on green grass Signup and view all the answers

What evidence does the Syrophoenician woman show?

Perseverance Signup and view all the answers

Who did Mark hear the stories of Jesus from?

Peter Signup and view all the answers

What word indicates turning away from sin and toward God?

Metanoia Signup and view all the answers

Who are characterized as the 'separated ones' focused on ritual purity?

Pharisees Signup and view all the answers

What is the climax of Cycle 1 of the Gospel of Mark?

Peter declares that Jesus is the Christ Signup and view all the answers

Who is healed in stages?

the Blind Man of Bethsaida Signup and view all the answers

In response to a conflict about the Sabbath, what did Jesus say?

The Sabbath was made for humankind, and not humankind for the Sabbath Signup and view all the answers

What scripture passage prefigures the Eucharist?

Feeding the Five Thousand Signup and view all the answers

What does the Healing Power of Touch in Mark show? (Provide 2 examples)

Shows the power of physical touch Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Gospel of Mark - Key Facts and Themes

Completion of the Gospel of Mark is approximately dated to 70 AD.
The birth story of Jesus is notably absent in Mark, focusing instead on Jesus' ministry.
Characteristics of Mark's writing include the portrayal of the Messianic Secret, a distinctive framing technique, and a fast-paced narrative style with frequent use of the term "immediately."
The Gospel opens with "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ," setting the stage for Jesus' ministry.
The term "Immediately" appears around 40 times, emphasizing the urgency of events.
At Jesus’ baptism, the Holy Spirit is depicted as descending like a dove.
The first person to identify Jesus as the "Holy One of God" is an unclean spirit, highlighting the theme of spiritual recognition.
Jesus states that true kinship is defined by those who follow the will of God, transcending biological relationships.
In the account of Jairus’ daughter, the central crisis is that she is dead, illustrating themes of faith and resurrection.
Common themes throughout Mark's Gospel include the universal mission of Jesus, healing tied to faith, and the contrast between fear and faith.
The "sandwich technique" is evident in narratives such as Jairus' daughter and the bleeding woman, intertwining two stories to enhance meaning.
Jesus critiques the Pharisees for their focus on outward appearances and strict adherence to laws over compassion for people.
The Syrophoenician woman seeks an exorcism for her child, demonstrating her faith and desperation.
Peter acknowledges Jesus as the Christ but struggles with the notion of Jesus’ impending suffering and death.
The story of John the Baptist implies that being a messenger of God can lead to persecution and martyrdom.
Jesus presents the image of suffering with the metaphor of "carrying a cross," emphasizing the cost of discipleship.
The Feeding of the Five Thousand reflects themes from Exodus, notably the imagery of people sitting on green grass.
The Syrophoenician woman exemplifies faith, humility, and perseverance in her plea for help.
Mark’s accounts of Jesus’ life and ministry were influenced by his interactions with Peter.
"Metanoia" represents the turning away from sin towards God, a key concept in the message of repentance.
The Pharisees, or "separated ones," emphasized ritual purity and strict adherence to Jewish law.
The climax of Cycle 1 in Mark is marked by Peter’s declaration that Jesus is the Messiah.
The healing of the Blind Man of Bethsaida is notable for being a staged healing, signifying gradual revelation of understanding.
Jesus challenges Jewish leaders by asserting that "The Sabbath was made for humankind" in defense of his disciples' actions on the Sabbath.
The Eucharist is foreshadowed in the story of the Feeding of the Five Thousand, linking physical sustenance with spiritual nourishment.
Mark showcases the Healing Power of Touch, where Jesus heals individuals merely through contact, exemplified in the stories of the leper and the hemorrhaging woman.

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Explore the essential facts and themes from the Gospel of Mark, dated around 70 AD. This quiz delves into key elements such as the Messianic Secret, Jesus' ministry without the birth narrative, and the emphasis on urgency throughout Mark's writing. Test your understanding of the profound spiritual insights presented in this Gospel.