Mark Chapter 14 Flashcards

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How long after Jesus' prophecy of the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming did the feast of the Passover and of unleavened bread take place?

7 days

2 days (correct)

3 days

When did the chief priests and scribes not want to kill Jesus?

During the Passover feast (correct)

During Lent

During Easter

Who came to Jesus while He was staying in Bethany?

Mary Magdalene

Judas Iscariot

A woman (correct)

In what type of container was oil of spikenard brought to Jesus in Bethany?

An alabaster flask Signup and view all the answers

How did some in the house of Simon the leper react when a woman anointed Jesus with oil?

They were indignant Signup and view all the answers

How much could the oil of spikenard have been sold for?

More than 300 denarii Signup and view all the answers

About whom did Jesus say, 'Let her alone. Why do you trouble her?'

The woman who anointed Him with oil Signup and view all the answers

Who would always be with the people in the house of Simon the leper?

The poor Signup and view all the answers

For what purpose did Jesus say the woman in Bethany had anointed Him?

For burial Signup and view all the answers

Who went to the chief priests to betray Jesus?

Judas Iscariot Signup and view all the answers

What did the chief priests promise Judas in return for his betrayal of Jesus?

Money Signup and view all the answers

What weapons were the people carrying that entered into the garden of Gethsemane to arrest Jesus?

Swords and clubs Signup and view all the answers

Who led the great multitude of people into the garden to arrest Jesus?

Judas Iscariot Signup and view all the answers

What signal did Judas use to betray Jesus?

Judas kissed Jesus Signup and view all the answers

Whose ear was cut off in the garden of Gethsemane?

A servant of the high priest Signup and view all the answers

What happened to a servant of the high priest in the garden?

He got his ear cut off Signup and view all the answers

Who was following Jesus while He was arrested in Gethsemane?

A young man wearing nothing but a linen cloth Signup and view all the answers

Where did those who arrested Jesus take Him?

To the high priest Signup and view all the answers

What was Peter doing while Jesus was being tried before the high priest?

Warming himself by the fire Signup and view all the answers

How much evidence did the chief priests and council find against Jesus at His trial before the high priest?

None Signup and view all the answers

At Jesus' trial before the high priest, what did some false witnesses claim they heard Jesus say?

He would destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days Signup and view all the answers

As Jesus was standing trial, who asked, 'Are you the Christ, the Son of the Blessed?'

The high priest Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Events Leading to Jesus' Arrest

The Passover and unleavened bread feast occurred two days after Jesus foretold the destruction of Jerusalem and His second coming (Mark 14:1).
The chief priests and scribes avoided arresting Jesus during the Passover feast to prevent public unrest (Mark 14:1-2).

Anointing at Bethany

Jesus was anointed in Bethany by a woman, whose act drew criticism from some present (Mark 14:3).
The oil used for anointing was contained in an alabaster flask (Mark 14:3).
Those present, including some disciples, were indignant at the perceived waste of expensive oil valued at more than 300 denarii (Mark 14:4-5).

Jesus' Defense of the Woman

Jesus defended the woman’s actions, indicating her anointing was for His burial preparation (Mark 14:6-8).
He mentioned that the poor will always be present, signaling the ongoing need for compassion and charity (Mark 14:7).

Judas Iscariot's Betrayal

Judas Iscariot sought the chief priests to betray Jesus for money, marking a critical turning point in the narrative (Mark 14:10-11).
His betrayal was marked by a prearranged signal: Judas kissed Jesus to identify Him to the arresting soldiers (Mark 14:44-45).

Arrest and Trial

In Gethsemane, a multitude carrying swords and clubs arrested Jesus, led by Judas (Mark 14:43-44).
During the arrest, a servant of the high priest had his ear cut off (Mark 14:47), showcasing the violence surrounding these events.
Jesus was taken to the high priest’s house for trial, while Peter remained a distance away, warming himself by the fire (Mark 14:53-54).

Trial and Accusations

The chief priests found no substantial evidence against Jesus during the trial (Mark 14:55) and relied on false witnesses who misrepresented His statements about the temple (Mark 14:57-58).
The high priest directly questioned Jesus about His identity as the Messiah (Mark 14:61), leading to significant tension in the proceedings.

Key Figures

A young man, noted as wearing only a linen cloth, followed Jesus during the arrest, highlighting the chaos and fear among His followers (Mark 14:51).
Peter's actions—betraying his association with Jesus by distancing himself during the trial—illustrate the fear and division among the disciples during this period (Mark 14:54).

Summary of Key Themes

Themes of betrayal, loyalty, and prophecy are prominent, with individuals' reactions to Jesus revealing broader societal tensions.
The sanctity and significance of the anointing foreshadow Jesus' impending crucifixion and burial, linking back to his earlier predictions.
The importance of identifying falsehood in testimony during trials underscores the corruption and weakness of the religious authorities at the time.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 14 of the Book of Mark with these flashcards. This chapter discusses significant events during the Passover leading up to Jesus' crucifixion. Challenge yourself with questions about the timeline and key details from the Scripture.