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What is the correct order of the three stages of gospel development?
What is the correct order of the three stages of gospel development?
According to Luke's Gospel, how is Jesus's birth remarkable?
According to Luke's Gospel, how is Jesus's birth remarkable?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three ceremonies surrounding the birth of Jewish males in biblical times?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three ceremonies surrounding the birth of Jewish males in biblical times?
Which of the following is NOT a point of special note regarding Jesus' crucifixion?
Which of the following is NOT a point of special note regarding Jesus' crucifixion?
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What does 'poor in spirit' mean in the context of the beatitude?
What does 'poor in spirit' mean in the context of the beatitude?
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What are the two main groups into which modern Bible readers are often categorized?
What are the two main groups into which modern Bible readers are often categorized?
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According to the first creation story, which of these is NOT one of the four truths taught by the biblical author?
According to the first creation story, which of these is NOT one of the four truths taught by the biblical author?
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What is the first step in the decision-making process, as described in the provided content?
What is the first step in the decision-making process, as described in the provided content?
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In the context of decision-making, what does judging mean?
In the context of decision-making, what does judging mean?
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In what ways does sin alienate people from nature, according to the text?
In what ways does sin alienate people from nature, according to the text?
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What are the two key conclusions drawn from the chain of sin stories in Genesis 3-11?
What are the two key conclusions drawn from the chain of sin stories in Genesis 3-11?
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What does evaluating mean in the decision making process?
What does evaluating mean in the decision making process?
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What was the primary purpose of God calling Abraham and what promises were made?
What was the primary purpose of God calling Abraham and what promises were made?
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How was Moses saved as a baby and why did he flee Egypt as a young man?
How was Moses saved as a baby and why did he flee Egypt as a young man?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Commandments?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Commandments?
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What is the correct stage sequence of how the Gospels developed?
What is the correct stage sequence of how the Gospels developed?
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Flashcards
Literal Interpretation
Literal Interpretation
A way of reading the Bible where the reader believes every word is literally true.
Contextual Interpretation
Contextual Interpretation
A way of reading the Bible where the reader considers the historical context and cultural nuances.
One God
One God
The first creation story emphasizes that there is only one true God.
God's Plan
God's Plan
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Good Creation
Good Creation
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Sabbath Holy
Sabbath Holy
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Consequences of Sin
Consequences of Sin
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Sin's Spread
Sin's Spread
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The three stages of Gospel development
The three stages of Gospel development
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What makes Luke's birth of Jesus notable?
What makes Luke's birth of Jesus notable?
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What are the three Jewish male birth ceremonies?
What are the three Jewish male birth ceremonies?
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What are three notable points in Jesus' crucifixion?
What are three notable points in Jesus' crucifixion?
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Explain the beatitude "Blessed are the poor in spirit."
Explain the beatitude "Blessed are the poor in spirit."
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What are the four steps in the decision-making process?
What are the four steps in the decision-making process?
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What are the three principles to evaluate a decision?
What are the three principles to evaluate a decision?
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What is the decision-making process and why is it important?
What is the decision-making process and why is it important?
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Study Notes
Grade Nine Exam Review Notes
- All notes are for multiple-choice questions.
Things to Know
- Modern Bible Readers: Two main groups: contextual and literal
- Contextual readers interpret the Bible with some skepticism, accepting parts but not all
- Literal readers believe every part of the Bible is accurate and true in its literal sense.
- First Creation Story Truths: Biblical author teaches four fundamental truths through the first creation story.
- One God
- God planned everything
- God created everything good
- God made the Sabbath holy
- Sin and Nature: Sin alienates people from nature in two ways.
- Soil produces weeds and thorns, requiring work and toil
- Sin affects the human body, taking control over it
- Sin's Effects: The chain of sin stories (Genesis 3-11) teaches two crucial conclusions.
- Sin has five effects: alienation from God, oneself, nature, other people, and other nations
- Sin destroys people, spreading like a destructive wildfire
- God's Purpose and Promise for Abraham: God called Abraham to lead the Israelites.
- God made a twofold promise to Abraham
- Moses's Rescue and Flight: Moses was saved from death as an infant.
- Moses' mother hid him in a flowerpot
- Moses was raised in the Pharaoh's household
- Witnessing an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, Moses killed the Egyptian out of anger, and fled to Midian
- Ten Commandments: The ten commandments (these are the rules of morality).
- Worship one God (no other gods).
- Respect God's name
- Observe the Sabbath
- Honor parents
- Do not murder
- Do not commit adultery
- Do not steal
- Do not give false witness
- Do not covet your neighbour's goods
- Gospel Development Stages: Three stages in the development of the Gospels
- Stage 1: The stage of Jesus' life observed and heard by disciples
- Stage 2: Oral preaching by apostles
- Stage 3: Written Gospels recorded by evangelists
- Luke's Remarkable Description of Jesus' Birth:
- Emphasis on Jesus's humble birth in a poor family
- Describes birth in a cave
- Jewish Birth Ceremonies: Three ceremonies surrounding the birth of Jewish males in biblical times.
- Circumcision: entry into the covenant of God
- Presentation: presenting the child to the temple
- Purification: mother returning to temple worship after birth
- Jesus's Crucifixion: Three points about Jesus's crucifixion
- Jesus prayed in spite of his pain
- Temple curtain tore when Jesus died
- Roman soldiers were aware that Jesus was the Son of God
- The Beatitudes (one chosen): "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven."
- Spiritual poverty: acknowledging one's need for God
- Kingdom of Heaven: acknowledging God as king
- Decision-Making Process: Four steps in decision-making:
- Seeing: recognizing the need for a decision
- Judging: considering options and values
- Acting: making the decision and taking action
- Evaluating: assessing the results of the decision
- Decision Evaluation Principles: Three crucial principles when evaluating decisions:
- Do not commit evil actions
- Treat others with respect and love (as you want to be treated)
- Act with concern for others
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Prepare for your Grade Nine exam with this comprehensive review of key concepts in Bible Studies. This quiz covers interpretations of scripture and the implications of sin as presented in Genesis. Test your understanding of the modern Bible readers and the truths of creation.