Religious Groups and Jesus
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Who sent guards to arrest Jesus?

  • The Temple guards
  • The Sadducees
  • The Roman soldiers
  • The chief priests and Pharisees (correct)

Jesus condemned the woman caught in adultery.

False (B)

Which group emphasized external observance and sometimes fostered pride?

  • Zealots
  • Pharisees (correct)
  • Essenes
  • Sadducees

The Sadducees embraced the oral tradition accepted by the Pharisees.

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According to Mosaic law, what was the punishment for adultery?

<p>stoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which religious group was composed of many wealthy, well-connected members of the Jerusalem elite?

<p>Sadducees</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus said, "If anyone keeps my word, he will never see ______."

<p>death</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus say when the authorities asked who he claimed to be?

<p>My Father glorifies me (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _________ stood for cooperation and accommodation with the Romans.

<p>Sadducees</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following did the Sadducees deny?

<p>The afterlife (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the two main purposes of Jesus' public ministry?

<p>To proclaim God's kingdom and form a group to continue his work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus chose the twelve apostles before spending a night in prayer.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the number twelve, referring to the apostles, recall?

<p>The twelve tribes of Israel</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus felt ________ for the people who came to hear and see him.

<p>compassion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'apostle' mean?

<p>Messenger (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Jesus, what did people say about John the Baptist?

<p>He has a demon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Herod Antipas readily agreed to execute John the Baptist without hesitation.

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Which prophet was used as a model for John?

<p>Elijah</p> Signup and view all the answers

Herod promised to give the daughter of Herodias whatever gift she wanted because he wanted to impress the leading men of ________.

<p>Galilee</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sign of danger began to converge on Jesus?

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Flashcards

Jesus's Ministry: Two Goals?

The two main goals of Jesus's public ministry were to announce God's kingdom and to establish a group to continue his work.

Who were the Apostles?

The 12 individuals chosen by Jesus to be his closest followers and messengers.

Jesus's Compassion?

This action highlights Jesus's sympathy for the people he encountered, motivating him to expand his ministry.

Why did Jesus pray?

To select his 12 apostles and pillars of the faith.

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Why Twelve Apostles?

Symbolic of the twelve tribes of Israel, representing a new foundation for God's people.

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Pharisees

Jewish group known for strict adherence to religious details and traditions; sometimes seen as overly focused on external observances.

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Sadducees

Jewish group that accepted only the first five books of the Old Testament as authoritative, denying afterlife and spirits.

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Religious Formalism

Emphasis on outward religious actions and rituals.

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Self-righteousness

The belief that one is morally superior to others.

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Blasphemy

The act of showing contempt or lack of reverence for God.

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Rejection of John & Jesus

People refused to believe in John the Baptist and Jesus, likening them to children who wouldn't dance or mourn.

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Role of John the Baptist

John the Baptist preached repentance and prepared the way for Jesus.

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Execution of John

Herod Antipas executed John the Baptist to avoid looking foolish after a rash promise to his stepdaughter.

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Rising Hostility Towards Jesus

Growing signs of danger and resistance from enemies were becoming apparent to Jesus, with open hostility.

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Sabbath Controversy

Pharisees criticized Jesus' disciples for plucking grain on the Sabbath, interpreting it as work.

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Guards Sent to Arrest Jesus

Religious leaders sent guards to arrest Jesus, but they failed.

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Woman Caught in Adultery

Jesus confronted by enemies regarding a woman caught in adultery; he challenged them to cast the first stone if sinless.

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Jesus's Words to the Woman

After her accusers left, Jesus told the woman to 'go, and do not sin again'.

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Accusations Against Jesus

Jesus was accused of being a Samaritan and having a demon by the authorities.

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Jesus and Abraham

Jesus claimed Abraham rejoiced to see his day, causing disbelief due to Jesus's age.

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