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What prompted Zechariah's sudden ability to speak?
What prompted Zechariah's sudden ability to speak?
- Praying for divine intervention.
- Witnessing the birth of his son.
- Confirming his son's name as John. (correct)
- The arrival of Mary and Joseph.
How did Zechariah's prophecy differ from Mary's Magnificat?
How did Zechariah's prophecy differ from Mary's Magnificat?
- Zechariah's prophecy was filled with Old Testament references, while Mary's was entirely original.
- Zechariah's prophecy expressed hope for deliverance from Israel's foes, while Mary's focused on personal salvation.
- Zechariah's prophecy highlighted God's covenant with Abraham, while Mary's emphasized God's mercy and justice.
- Zechariah's prophecy focused on John's future role, while Mary's celebrated Jesus' birth. (correct)
Why did people question what John would become?
Why did people question what John would become?
- Because of his father's prophetic pronouncements about his future.
- Because they believed he was destined to become a great political leader.
- Due to the miraculous circumstances surrounding his birth and naming. (correct)
- Because they were unsure if he was the promised Messiah.
What theological significance did Joseph's actions have in relation to Mary?
What theological significance did Joseph's actions have in relation to Mary?
What was the central theme of Zechariah's prophecy?
What was the central theme of Zechariah's prophecy?
Flashcards
Birth of John the Baptist
Birth of John the Baptist
John the Baptist was born shortly after Mary returned to Nazareth, indicating a significant event in the life of Christ.
Circumcision and Naming
Circumcision and Naming
On the eighth day after his birth, John was circumcised and named, defying expectations by being named John instead of Zechariah.
Zechariah's Muteness
Zechariah's Muteness
Zechariah was rendered mute until John’s naming, which he confirmed by writing 'His name is John'.
Prophecy of Zechariah
Prophecy of Zechariah
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Significance of the Horn of Salvation
Significance of the Horn of Salvation
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Study Notes
The Life of Christ - The Birth of John the Baptist
- Joseph accepted Mary's faith, becoming a guardian of the mystery hidden in God
- John the Baptist was born after Mary returned to Nazareth
- John was named by his father Zechariah and family, but Elizabeth corrected this name to John
- Zechariah, a priest, was initially mute but regained his speech after writing John's name, surprising all witnesses
- News of these events spread quickly throughout Judea, with people questioning the child's future
- Zechariah's prophecy spoke of God's deliverance and mercy, promised to Abraham, through the prophet
- John's role as a prophet was emphasized, one who would deliver salvation from enemies, serve in holiness
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