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How does Romano Guardini describe Jesus' appearances between his resurrection and ascension?
How does Romano Guardini describe Jesus' appearances between his resurrection and ascension?
- Jesus maintained a consistent presence in Jerusalem, teaching his disciples daily.
- Jesus appeared predictably at specific locations, allowing followers to easily find him.
- Jesus primarily stayed in Galilee, only occasionally visiting Jerusalem.
- Jesus made mysterious transitions, appearing in different places according to his own plan. (correct)
What was the primary concern of Mary Magdalene and the other women as they approached Jesus' tomb on Sunday morning?
What was the primary concern of Mary Magdalene and the other women as they approached Jesus' tomb on Sunday morning?
- Securing permission from the authorities to enter the tomb.
- Locating the Roman guards stationed outside the tomb.
- Rolling back the heavy stone that sealed the tomb's entrance. (correct)
- Finding proper spices to complete the burial rituals.
Why were the apostles initially skeptical of Mary Magdalene's account of the empty tomb?
Why were the apostles initially skeptical of Mary Magdalene's account of the empty tomb?
- They questioned the reliability of women as witnesses in that era. (correct)
- They were expecting Jesus to appear to them directly.
- They thought Mary and the other women were mistaken due to grief.
- They believed that grave robbers had stolen Jesus' body.
In John's Gospel, what prevents Mary Magdalene from embracing Jesus when she first recognizes him after the resurrection?
In John's Gospel, what prevents Mary Magdalene from embracing Jesus when she first recognizes him after the resurrection?
What detail from the encounter on the road to Emmaus led Cleopas and his companion to finally recognize Jesus?
What detail from the encounter on the road to Emmaus led Cleopas and his companion to finally recognize Jesus?
Why does N.T. Wright refer to the resurrection of Jesus Christ as 'the turning point of world history'?
Why does N.T. Wright refer to the resurrection of Jesus Christ as 'the turning point of world history'?
What critical point is reinforced by the discrepancies in the Gospels' accounts of the Resurrection and post-Resurrection events?
What critical point is reinforced by the discrepancies in the Gospels' accounts of the Resurrection and post-Resurrection events?
If the early Christians had intended to fabricate the story, how would the Gospels likely be different?
If the early Christians had intended to fabricate the story, how would the Gospels likely be different?
How does Pope Saint John Paul II describe God's mercy in relation to Christ's Resurrection in Dives in Misericordia?
How does Pope Saint John Paul II describe God's mercy in relation to Christ's Resurrection in Dives in Misericordia?
What is a likely reason that the Gospels differ so greatly on the Resurrection and immediately post-Resurrection events?
What is a likely reason that the Gospels differ so greatly on the Resurrection and immediately post-Resurrection events?
Flashcards
Resurrection Importance
Resurrection Importance
The pivotal event in history, demonstrating God's love.
N.T. Wright's View
N.T. Wright's View
He argues it marks a crucial turning point in history.
Resurrection: God's Mercy
Resurrection: God's Mercy
Fullness of God's love revealed through Christ.
Gospel Differences
Gospel Differences
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Central Fact
Central Fact
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The Women at the Tomb
The Women at the Tomb
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The Angel's Message
The Angel's Message
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Peter and John at the Tomb
Peter and John at the Tomb
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The Road to Emmaus
The Road to Emmaus
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Mary Magdalene's encounter
Mary Magdalene's encounter
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