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Which Gospel accounts focus primarily on summarizing Jesus' earthly life?
Which Gospel accounts focus primarily on summarizing Jesus' earthly life?
What is a significant characteristic of the Gospel of John compared to the Synoptic Gospels?
What is a significant characteristic of the Gospel of John compared to the Synoptic Gospels?
In Luke's Annunciation account, how does Mary respond to the Angel Gabriel's announcement?
In Luke's Annunciation account, how does Mary respond to the Angel Gabriel's announcement?
What role does John the Baptist play in relation to Jesus according to the content provided?
What role does John the Baptist play in relation to Jesus according to the content provided?
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How does the content define the nature of Jesus’ Passion and Resurrection?
How does the content define the nature of Jesus’ Passion and Resurrection?
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What does the term 'Communication of Idioms' signify in relation to Christology?
What does the term 'Communication of Idioms' signify in relation to Christology?
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Which of the following was deemed non-canonical due to theological inaccuracies?
Which of the following was deemed non-canonical due to theological inaccuracies?
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What is indicated about Jesus' pre-existence according to the content provided?
What is indicated about Jesus' pre-existence according to the content provided?
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Study Notes
Gospels
- Four canonical Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
- Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke): Summarize Jesus' life, beginning with his birth and lineage.
- John's Gospel: Provides a theological perspective on Jesus' life, starting with the Logos (Word) and God incarnated.
- Non-canonical Gospels (e.g., Gospel of Thomas, Gospel of Mary Magdalene): Rejected by the Church due to theological inaccuracies or lack of apostolic origin.
Luke's Account of the Annunciation and Visitation
- Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38): Gabriel reveals Jesus' conception by the Holy Spirit to Mary, who responds with humility.
- Visitation (Luke 1:39-56): Mary visits Elizabeth, pregnant with John the Baptist, who recognizes Mary as the mother of the Lord.
- Connection between John the Baptist and Jesus' births: Both foretold by angels. Zechariah doubted, Mary believed. John prepared the way for Jesus.
Dynamics of the Passion/Cross/Resurrection
- Passion and Cross: Jesus' sacrifice is not divine punishment, but self-emptying love (kenosis). Demonstrates power through resurrection, rather than death.
- Resurrection Narratives: Support the historicity of the resurrection with Jesus' peaceful reconciliation with betrayers and followers (e.g., appearing to Peter and apostles).
- Contrast with Misconceptions: Ancient and modern views often portray sacrifice as appeasing anger, rather than self-emptying love.
Christology
- Jesus' Two Natures: Fully human and fully divine
- Jesus' Role as a Model: His humanity teaches about fulfilling God's relationship with humanity and each other.
- Jesus as the Divine Logos: Pre-existed creation.
- Arguments for Pre-existence: Begotten, consubstantial with the Father, second person of the Trinity.
- Communication of Idioms: Divine and human natures united in one person; titles/actions apply to the whole person.
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Description
This quiz covers the four canonical Gospels, focusing especially on Luke's account of the Annunciation and Visitation. It also delves into the dynamics of Jesus' Passion, Cross, and Resurrection. Test your knowledge of these key biblical narratives and theological concepts.
