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What consequence did Zechariah face after the annunciation?
What consequence did Zechariah face after the annunciation?
- He was made deaf until the event came to pass.
- He was unable to walk until the event came to pass.
- He was made blind until the event came to pass.
- He was unable to speak until the event came to pass. (correct)
Why is Galilee mentioned specifically in relation to Mary's annunciation?
Why is Galilee mentioned specifically in relation to Mary's annunciation?
- It was the most prosperous area in Judea.
- It was a highly regarded region by the Jews of Judea and Jerusalem.
- It was separated due to its elevation.
- It was not highly regarded by the Jews of Judea and Jerusalem. (correct)
What is notable about Nazareth's geographical location as mentioned in the text?
What is notable about Nazareth's geographical location as mentioned in the text?
- Nazareth was situated in a desert region.
- Nazareth was located on a high plateau.
- Nazareth was in a valley, separated from the world. (correct)
- Nazareth was a coastal city with a significant port.
Who was the young Jewish woman Gabriel was sent to?
Who was the young Jewish woman Gabriel was sent to?
What does the contrast between Mary's background and her role emphasize?
What does the contrast between Mary's background and her role emphasize?
Flashcards
Zechariah's Annunciation
Zechariah's Annunciation
An angel told Zechariah he would be mute until John's birth.
Gabriel's message to Mary
Gabriel's message to Mary
Gabriel announced to Mary that she would give birth to Jesus.
Mary's background
Mary's background
Mary was a young Jewish woman from Nazareth, not well-regarded.
Social context of Annunciation
Social context of Annunciation
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John the Baptist
John the Baptist
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Study Notes
The Annunciation
- Gabriel announced the birth of John the Baptist to Zechariah
- Gabriel announced the birth of Jesus to Mary
- Mary was a young woman from Nazareth, in Galilee
- Nazareth was a small, isolated town in a valley
- Nazareth was considered insignificant by local Jews
- Mary was likely around 15 years old, a common age for marriage at the time
- Mary was a deeply religious individual
- Mary's birth was part of God's plan of redemption
- Mary was considered a sweet/dreamy individual
- Significant that the Messiah came from Nazareth
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