12 Questions
What does Isaiah 11:2 say about the Messiah?
The spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him
In which book of the Bible do we see the Spirit of God descending like a dove upon Jesus?
Matthew
According to the text, what is the meaning of 'Messiah'?
Anointed One
What is the significance of the column of cloud and fire in Exodus 13: 21-22?
It led the Israelites through the desert
According to the text, which event marks the beginning of the Christian Church?
Pentecost
What symbol is associated with Baptism and the gift of the Holy Spirit?
Water
Who gave a powerful speech to the crowds at Pentecost?
Apostle Peter
What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the Magisterium?
It guides the Church's teaching office
What did Jesus tell the disciples about the Holy Spirit's role?
It would empower them to continue his work
According to the Nicene Creed, what is the Holy Spirit?
The giver of life
Which of the following is a symbol of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the text?
Dove
When did the Holy Spirit come to the disciples?
50 days after Easter
Study Notes
Jesus and the Holy Spirit
- Isaiah 11:2 speaks about the Messiah being endowed with the Spirit of the Lord.
- The Spirit of God descending like a dove upon Jesus is recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
- The term 'Messiah' means 'anointed one'.
The Exodus and the Holy Spirit
- In Exodus 13:21-22, the column of cloud and fire symbolizes God's guidance and protection for the Israelites.
The Beginning of the Christian Church
- The event that marks the beginning of the Christian Church is Pentecost, where the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples.
Baptism and the Holy Spirit
- The dove is a symbol associated with Baptism and the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Pentecost and the Holy Spirit
- Peter gave a powerful speech to the crowds at Pentecost.
- The Holy Spirit came to the disciples on Pentecost, fifty days after Jesus' resurrection.
The Role of the Holy Spirit
- According to Jesus, the Holy Spirit's role is to guide and counsel the disciples.
- In the Magisterium, the Holy Spirit's role is not explicitly stated in the text.
- The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as 'the Lord, the giver of life'.
- The text mentions two symbols of the Holy Spirit: a dove and fire.
Test your knowledge of the presence and role of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament with this quiz. Explore references to the Holy Spirit in creation, the Israelites' exodus, and other key events.
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