JCGRW Chapter 6 Assessment Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'synoptic' mean?

See together

What is the meaning of the word omnipotence?

God is all-powerful

Provide two aspects of the mystery of God.

God's infinite greatness, omnipotence, and perfect love are beyond human reasoning. 2. 'Mysterion' refers to God's saving plan, 'The Mystery of Salvation.'

Which three sources did the Gospel of Luke's author use?

Mark's source, Q, and Luke's source Signup and view all the answers

What are some differences in the infancy narratives between the synoptic Gospels?

<ol> <li>Luke has shepherds; Matthew has magi but no shepherds. 2. Mark has no infancy narrative. 3. The killing of the innocents appears in Matthew but not in Luke.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What do Mary and Joseph learn about Jesus from Simeon and Anna?

Anna recognized Jesus as the Messiah; Simeon predicted he would bring Salvation to Jews and Gentiles. Signup and view all the answers

What does the story about Jesus as a boy in the Temple reveal about His relationships?

Jesus' attachment to God the Father was greater than that to His earthly parents. Signup and view all the answers

What does the name of Jesus have to do with His mission?

Jesus' name means 'God Saves' or 'Savior,' foreshadowing His mission to save us from sin. Signup and view all the answers

How did John's baptism of the Jews differ from his baptism of Jesus?

John's baptism cleansed sins, whereas Jesus was sinless, representing humility and readiness to save. Signup and view all the answers

Explain how the Trinity was present at Jesus' Baptism.

The Father spoke, Jesus was baptized, and the Holy Spirit descended as a dove. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a disciple and an apostle?

A disciple is a follower; an apostle is one who is sent to deliver a message. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the primary audience for each of the synoptic Gospels.

Mark's audience: Persecuted Gentile Christians; Matthew's audience: Jews and Gentiles; Luke's audience: Gentile Christians. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Gospel of Matthew mean when it refers to Jesus as the 'New Moses'?

Jesus established a new covenant, offered new commandments, and new moral teaching. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Gospel of Matthew mean when it refers to Jesus as the 'Son of David'?

Jesus is called the 'Son of David' because David is His ancestor; it signifies the fulfillment of God's promise. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Vocabulary and Definitions

Synoptic: Comes from Greek meaning "see together," referring to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.
Omnipotence: Attribute of God meaning He is all-powerful; His power is universal, loving, and mysterious.

Aspects of God's Mystery

God's infinite greatness, omnipotence, and perfect love surpass human understanding.
Mysterion: Refers to God's saving plan, known as "The Mystery of Salvation."

Sources of the Gospel of Luke

The author of the Gospel of Luke utilized three primary sources: Mark's Gospel, the Q source, and additional material unique to Luke.

Infancy Narratives in Synoptic Gospels

In Luke: Presence of shepherds, absence of magi; in Matthew: Presence of magi, absence of shepherds; Mark has no infancy narrative.
Matthew includes the massacre of the innocents, while Luke does not mention it.

Jesus' Recognition by Simeon and Anna

Anna acknowledges Jesus as the Messiah, fulfilling Old Testament promises.
Simeon predicts Jesus will bring salvation to both Jews and Gentiles.

Jesus in the Temple

The story highlights Jesus' greater attachment to God the Father than to Mary and Joseph.

Significance of Jesus' Name

"Jesus" means "God Saves" or "Savior," indicating His mission to redeem humanity from sin.

John's Baptism vs. Jesus' Baptism

John's baptism cleansed sins in preparation for the Lord's coming; Jesus, being sinless, demonstrates humility and readiness to save.

The Trinity at Jesus' Baptism

Father: "You are My Son, with whom I am well pleased."
Son: Jesus as the one baptized.
Holy Spirit: Appears as a dove descending.

Disciple vs. Apostle

A disciple is a learner or follower, while an apostle is one sent to disseminate the message or teach.

Audience of the Synoptic Gospels

Mark: Persecuted Gentile Christians.
Matthew: Jews and Gentiles who accept Jesus.
Luke: Gentile Christians.

Jesus as the "New Moses" in Matthew

Indicates Jesus' establishment of a new covenant, introduction of new commandments, and provision of new moral teachings.

Jesus as the "Son of David" in Matthew

Reflects Jesus' lineage as a descendant of David, fulfilling God's promise to the Chosen People.

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