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What is the symbol associated with the Gospel of St. Matthew?
What is the symbol associated with the Gospel of St. Matthew?
- Eagle
- Ox
- Man (correct)
- Lion
Which Gospel begins its genealogy from Adam?
Which Gospel begins its genealogy from Adam?
- St. John
- St. Luke (correct)
- St. Mark
- St. Matthew
What aspect of Jesus does the Gospel of St. Luke emphasize in its genealogy?
What aspect of Jesus does the Gospel of St. Luke emphasize in its genealogy?
- His real humanity (correct)
- His power and miracles
- His fulfillment of prophecy
- His connection to the Jews
How many names are listed in St. Luke’s genealogy of Jesus?
How many names are listed in St. Luke’s genealogy of Jesus?
In which Gospel is the concept of Jesus being the Son of David emphasized?
In which Gospel is the concept of Jesus being the Son of David emphasized?
What type of audience does the Gospel of St. Mark primarily address?
What type of audience does the Gospel of St. Mark primarily address?
Which of the following women is NOT mentioned in Christ’s genealogy according to St. Matthew?
Which of the following women is NOT mentioned in Christ’s genealogy according to St. Matthew?
What does the Gospel of St. John represent in terms of the divine aspect of Jesus?
What does the Gospel of St. John represent in terms of the divine aspect of Jesus?
Which of the following women was not included in Matthew's genealogy of Christ?
Which of the following women was not included in Matthew's genealogy of Christ?
What does the inclusion of women in Matthew's genealogy signify regarding traditional Jewish customs?
What does the inclusion of women in Matthew's genealogy signify regarding traditional Jewish customs?
Who among the following is identified as a Gentile in Jesus' pedigree?
Who among the following is identified as a Gentile in Jesus' pedigree?
Which barrier does Matthew's genealogy illustrate as being down?
Which barrier does Matthew's genealogy illustrate as being down?
What was Matthew's occupation before following Jesus?
What was Matthew's occupation before following Jesus?
In which regions is it mentioned that Matthew preached after following Jesus?
In which regions is it mentioned that Matthew preached after following Jesus?
How did Matthew respond to Jesus' call to follow him?
How did Matthew respond to Jesus' call to follow him?
Which of the following statements best reflects Matthew's attitude towards his previous life?
Which of the following statements best reflects Matthew's attitude towards his previous life?
What was the primary dogmatic purpose of St. Matthew's Gospel?
What was the primary dogmatic purpose of St. Matthew's Gospel?
What theological emphasis does St. Matthew focus on in relation to the Old Testament?
What theological emphasis does St. Matthew focus on in relation to the Old Testament?
Which aspect does St. Matthew's Gospel emphasize concerning Christ's teachings?
Which aspect does St. Matthew's Gospel emphasize concerning Christ's teachings?
What is the apologetic purpose of St. Matthew's Gospel?
What is the apologetic purpose of St. Matthew's Gospel?
What term is used in St. Matthew's Gospel that means a gift, which indicates a tradition of the Jews?
What term is used in St. Matthew's Gospel that means a gift, which indicates a tradition of the Jews?
In which chapter of St. Matthew's Gospel does he discuss the signs of the end times?
In which chapter of St. Matthew's Gospel does he discuss the signs of the end times?
What phrase does Jesus use to convey His purpose in relation to the Law and the Prophets?
What phrase does Jesus use to convey His purpose in relation to the Law and the Prophets?
What is emphasized in St. Matthew's Gospel concerning the situation of Christ with Jewish rites and traditions?
What is emphasized in St. Matthew's Gospel concerning the situation of Christ with Jewish rites and traditions?
Study Notes
The Writer
- St. Matthew was a Jewish tax collector from Capernaum who was called to follow Jesus.
- He had a past as a tax collector, which was a hated profession by the Jews, as they were seen as traitors.
- St. Matthew later preached in Ethiopia, Persia and other places and was martyred for his faith.
Written to the Jews
- St. Matthew wrote his gospel to Jewish Christians.
- His gospel emphasizes the fulfillment of the Old Testament in Christ.
- The gospel includes the genealogy of Christ tracing back to Abraham, the father of the Hebrew people.
- It references and quotes heavily from the Old Testament.
- It emphasizes the life and teachings of Christ within a Jewish context.
Purpose
- The gospel's dogmatic purpose is to show Christ as the anticipated Messiah who will reign over David's kingdom and fulfill the Old Testament prophecies.
- Its apologetic purpose is to defend Jesus and Christianity against Jewish claims and plots.
- Its liturgical purpose is to be read during the early Christian worship.
St. Matthew’s Focus
- The Gospel of the Kingdom of God
- Ecclesiastical Aspect: the beginning of the Church.
- Eschatological Aspect (Eschatos = Last): preparing the church for the Second Coming.
- Christ in the Gospel is portrayed as the Heavenly King.
The Sermon on the Mountain
- It is the longest section of Jesus' teachings in the New Testament.
- It contrasts the righteousness of the Old Testament with the righteousness of the New Testament.
- It explains the law of the Kingdom of Heaven, fulfilling the Law of Moses in the Old Testament.
- Jesus states: “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill.”
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This quiz explores the life of St. Matthew, his gospel's significance to Jewish Christians, and its emphasis on Old Testament fulfillment. It delves into the purpose of the gospel and how it addresses Jewish beliefs and claims about Jesus. Test your knowledge on this foundational text of Christianity.
