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Jesus began his public ministry at the age of approximately thirty.
Jesus began his public ministry at the age of approximately thirty.
True (A)
The Gospels provide precise details about the length of Jesus's ministry.
The Gospels provide precise details about the length of Jesus's ministry.
False (B)
Josephus supports a starting date for Jesus's ministry around A.D. 28.
Josephus supports a starting date for Jesus's ministry around A.D. 28.
True (A)
Jesus's crucifixion occurred on April 7, 33 A.D.
Jesus's crucifixion occurred on April 7, 33 A.D.
John the Baptist claimed that the entire world could contain the books documenting Jesus's actions.
John the Baptist claimed that the entire world could contain the books documenting Jesus's actions.
John the Baptist preached in the Decapolis region of upper Galilee.
John the Baptist preached in the Decapolis region of upper Galilee.
Herod Antipas divorced his lawful wife to marry Herodias.
Herod Antipas divorced his lawful wife to marry Herodias.
John the Baptist supported Herod Antipas' actions.
John the Baptist supported Herod Antipas' actions.
John was arrested after criticizing Herodias and Herod Antipas.
John was arrested after criticizing Herodias and Herod Antipas.
Herod Antipas and Herodias lived together discreetly.
Herod Antipas and Herodias lived together discreetly.
Flashcards
John the Baptist's statement about Jesus
John the Baptist's statement about Jesus
John's statement that he must decrease in importance as Jesus increases in importance.
Where did John the Baptist preach?
Where did John the Baptist preach?
The region where John the Baptist preached.
What scandalous act did Herod Antipas commit?
What scandalous act did Herod Antipas commit?
Herod Antipas's unlawful marriage to his brother's ex-wife, Herodias.
Why was John the Baptist imprisoned?
Why was John the Baptist imprisoned?
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Who imprisoned John the Baptist?
Who imprisoned John the Baptist?
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Jesus's Public Ministry
Jesus's Public Ministry
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Age of Jesus at the Start of His Ministry
Age of Jesus at the Start of His Ministry
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Duration of Jesus's Ministry
Duration of Jesus's Ministry
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Date of Jesus's Crucifixion
Date of Jesus's Crucifixion
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Influence of Jesus's Ministry
Influence of Jesus's Ministry
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Study Notes
- Jesus began his public ministry at approximately age 30.
- The Gospels don't precisely specify the duration of this period.
- Contemporary sources like Josephus suggest it lasted from approximately A.D. 28 until Jesus' crucifixion.
- Jesus was executed at the time of Passover.
- The Gospels contain many anecdotes about Jesus.
- Jesus's ministry in the Decapolis area is mentioned.
- Herod Antipas, tetrarch of Galilee, and his wife Herodias, were involved in scandalous behavior.
- Herodias' actions caused a public uproar.
- Herodias had divorced her first lawful wife and married Herod's half brother.
- John the Baptist publicly denounced Herod's actions.
- Herod had John the Baptist arrested and imprisoned.
- Later, John was executed.
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Description
This quiz explores the key events and figures surrounding Jesus's public ministry, which began around A.D. 28. It covers his interactions with Herod Antipas, the role of John the Baptist, and the cultural implications of these events. Test your knowledge on biblical history and narratives found in the Gospels.
