Types of Social Memory and Historical Jesus Analysis

<p>The credibility of an attribution increases with the number of independent sources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A prophetic declaration of Jesus's future suffering and glory. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Kingdom' refers to a land ruled by a Monarch, while 'Kingship' refers to the authority of the Monarch. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Impurity is a ritual requirement that can affect one's status in religious community. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jesus encouraged open invitations, while Pharisees restricted gatherings based on purity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Low medical knowledge led to heightened hope for miracles associated with divine intervention. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The allowance of divorce suggests a flexible divine relationship with Israel. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It means father in Aramaic. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They interpreted the Torah to make it accessible to common people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They strictly adhered to the Torah without additional interpretation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was a Jewish historian who documented the destruction of the Second Temple. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They were found in Qumran and are believed to reflect a group distinct from mainstream Judaism. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A method of writing during exams where you start with what you know with more certainty and gradually move to things you're less sure about.

The shared memory of a group of people, usually spanning 3-4 generations. It's consciously recalled and reshaped over time.

Memory of a remote past, often mythical in origin. It's seen as a given tradition, often associated with a nation or religion.

When a saying attributed to Jesus is different from both the Jewish traditions of his time AND the early Christian teachings, it's likely to be from the historical Jesus.

A title used in the Gospels to describe Jesus's ministry, his future suffering, and his role as a superior force.

'Abba' is the Aramaic word for 'father'. Jesus referred to God as 'Abba', signifying a close, personal relationship with God, distinct from the general use of 'Father' for God.

The Dead Sea Scrolls are a collection of Jewish manuscripts discovered near the Dead Sea. They offer insights into Jewish religious practices and beliefs during the Second Temple period, providing valuable information on Jewish life before and during Jesus's time.

The Pharisees were a Jewish group known for their strict adherence to Jewish law and their emphasis on studying and interpreting the Torah. They aimed to live a more righteous life than most Jews, focusing on creating a more practical interpretation of the Torah.

The Sadducees were a Jewish group associated with power and wealth. They strictly followed the Torah but were less concerned with interpretations and focused primarily on the practical aspects of religious law.

A mikveh is a ritual bath used by traditionally observant Jews to achieve purity. It's a central part of Jewish tradition, particularly for conversions.

A critical analysis of attempts to reconstruct the life and teachings of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of understanding his eschatological perspective.

Schweitzer argues that the phrase "Kingdom of God" is a mistranslation, suggesting that "Kingship of God" is a more accurate interpretation, focusing on God's rule rather than a specific geographical realm.

The Temple held symbolic significance, representing the body of Christ and embodying purity in Second Temple Judaism. Its destruction and recreation carried profound theological implications.

The practice of eating or fasting together held social and religious significance. Pharisees used it to assert their status, while Jesus challenged traditional practices.

Miracles were intertwined with the concept of magic and were heightened by limited medical knowledge in the time of Jesus. Some individuals who were perceived as having divine power performed healings perceived as miracles.