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Who was the King of Judea?
Herod
To which priestly division did Zechariah belong?
Abijah
Who is the wife of Zechariah?
Elizabeth
Why did Elizabeth have no children?
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Which angel appeared to Zechariah and where?
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What was Zechariah's reaction when he saw the angel?
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How did the angel calm Zechariah's fears?
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Did Zechariah believe Angel Gabriel?
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How did Zechariah reply to Angel Gabriel?
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What did Angel Gabriel say at Zechariah's disbelief?
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For how long did Elizabeth stay in seclusion after she conceived?
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Who said these words, 'So has the Lord done for me at a time when he has seen fit to take away my disgrace before others'?
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When angel Gabriel appeared to Mary, how many months pregnant was Elizabeth?
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In which town did Angel Gabriel appear to Mary?
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Who was Mary betrothed to?
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To which house did Joseph belong?
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How was Jesus conceived?
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Where was Elizabeth's house?
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How did Mary travel to Elizabeth's house when she heard that Elizabeth was to conceive and bear a son?
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What happened when Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting?
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What is the Canticle of Mary also called?
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For how long did Mary stay with Elizabeth?
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What did Elizabeth and Zechariah name their son?
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What did the neighbors and relatives of Zechariah and Elizabeth want to name the son?
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What happened when Zechariah wrote 'His name is John' on the stone tablet?
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How did John grow?
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Who decreed that the whole world should be enrolled?
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Who was the governor of Syria at that time?
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From where to where did Joseph go with Mary to be enrolled?
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What is Bethlehem also called?
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To which house and family did David belong?
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Where was Jesus born?
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After Jesus was born, to whom did the Angel of the Lord appear, and where?
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What did the angel sing to the shepherds?
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What was the sign that the angel said would point the shepherds to the Messiah?
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Study Notes
Key Figures and Events in Luke Chapters 1-2
- King of Judea: Herod during the time of the events described.
- Zechariah's Priestly Division: He belonged to the division of Abijah, a specific group within the priesthood.
- Zechariah's Wife: Elizabeth, noted for being advanced in years and previously barren.
- Elizabeth's Barren Condition: Due to age and barrenness, she had no children until later in the narrative.
- Angel Gabriel's Appearance: Gabriel appeared to Zechariah while he served at the altar of incense.
- Zechariah's Reaction: Troubled by the angel's presence; fear overtook him.
- Gabriel's Comforting Message: Assured Zechariah not to be afraid, declaring that Elizabeth would bear a son named John.
- Zechariah's Lack of Faith: He did not believe Gabriel’s message, questioning the possibility due to his and Elizabeth's old age.
- Gabriel's Punishment for Disbelief: Zechariah would be speechless until the prophesied events occurred.
- Elizabeth's Seclusion: She remained in seclusion for five months after conceiving.
- Elizabeth's Statement: Celebrated God's actions to remove her disgrace among people.
- Mary’s Visit: At six months pregnant with Jesus, Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary in Nazareth.
- Mary's Betrothal: She was betrothed to Joseph, of the house of David.
- Conception of Jesus: Occurred by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing divine intervention.
- Location of Elizabeth's Home: Located in Judah, where Mary visited her.
- Mary’s Journey: She traveled quickly to Elizabeth upon hearing of her pregnancy.
- Joyful Reaction: Elizabeth's infant leapt for joy at Mary's greeting, indicating the Holy Spirit's influence.
- The Magnificat: The Canticle of Mary, highlighting her praise to God.
- Duration of Mary’s Stay: Mary remained with Elizabeth for three months.
- Name of Zechariah and Elizabeth's Son: He was named John, as instructed by the angel.
- Community's Preference: Neighbors wanted to name him Zechariah after his father.
- Zechariah's Speech Restored: His ability to speak returned upon writing "his name is John."
- John’s Growth: He grew strong in spirit, residing in the desert until his public ministry.
- Census Decree: Caesar Augustus decreed a census for the whole world.
- Governor of Syria: Quirinius governed Syria during the census.
- Joseph and Mary’s Journey: They traveled from Nazareth in Galilee to Bethlehem for enrollment.
- Bethlehem's Alternate Name: Known as the City of David, emphasizing its significance in Biblical history.
- Birth of Jesus: Born in a manger in Bethlehem, highlighting his humble beginnings.
- Angelic Revelation to Shepherds: An angel appeared to shepherds in the fields, declaring the birth of the Savior.
- Angels' Praise: They sang "Glory to God in the Highest," celebrating Jesus' birth.
- Sign from the Angel: The shepherds were told to find an infant wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger, indicating the specific child to find.
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Explore the significant figures and events in the first two chapters of the Gospel of Luke. This quiz covers characters such as Zechariah and Elizabeth, as well as the angelic messages delivered by Gabriel. Test your knowledge of these pivotal moments and their implications in the biblical narrative.
