Zechariah and Elizabeth Quiz

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What was the primary source of disappointment for Zechariah and Elizabeth?

They faced persecution from their community.

They were living in poverty.

They had no children. (correct)

They were unable to travel.

How did Zechariah and Elizabeth's faith manifest despite their circumstances?

They remained devout people. (correct)

They lost faith and became resentful.

They moved away from their community.

They often prayed for wealth.

At what stage of life were Zechariah and Elizabeth when they had given up hope of having children?

In their early fifties.

Zechariah was elderly and Elizabeth was past childbearing age. (correct)

In their forties.

In their thirties.

What role did Zechariah hold in his community?

He served as a priest. Signup and view all the answers

Which adjective best describes the overall demeanor of Zechariah and Elizabeth in their situation?

Resigned. Signup and view all the answers

What was Zechariah's primary duty while serving in the Temple?

Offering incense in the Holy Place Signup and view all the answers

Who visited Zechariah while he was in the Temple?

The Archangel Gabriel Signup and view all the answers

What question did Zechariah ask the angel, demonstrating his doubt?

How shall I know this? Signup and view all the answers

What was the angel's reaction to Zechariah's question?

The angel was displeased. Signup and view all the answers

What did the angel reveal about the child that Zechariah and Elizabeth would have?

He would be like Elijah. Signup and view all the answers

What name did Elizabeth insist her son be called?

John Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is attributed to Zechariah's prophecy?

It was inspired by the Holy Spirit. Signup and view all the answers

What does Zechariah’s prophecy indicate about God's relationship with Israel?

God has promised deliverance from enemies. Signup and view all the answers

To whom is Zechariah’s prophecy specifically addressed?

His son, John. Signup and view all the answers

What did Zechariah's prophecy express regarding the nature of service to God?

It should be without fear, in holiness and righteousness. Signup and view all the answers

What was Joseph's initial reaction to Mary's announcement of her pregnancy?

He considered putting her aside to avoid humiliation. Signup and view all the answers

What did the angel reveal to Joseph in his dream?

The child's name would be Jesus, who would save his people from sin. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Joseph referred to as 'Joseph the Silent'?

The New Testament contains no recorded words from him. Signup and view all the answers

How did Joseph respond after the angel's instructions?

He married Mary and raised Jesus as his son. Signup and view all the answers

What does the New Testament highlight about Joseph's character?

He was modest and considered 'just' by nature. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The narrative, from Luke's Gospel, begins with an elderly Jewish priest named Zechariah.
Zechariah and his wife, Elizabeth, were pious people.
They had a heavy disappointment, after many years of marriage.
They had no offspring and had abandoned hope of having any, since Zechariah was old and Elizabeth past childbearing age.

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Test your knowledge on the biblical figures Zechariah and Elizabeth, their faith, challenges, and the significance of their story in the New Testament. Explore their roles, doubts, and the messages they received about their future child, John the Baptist.