✝️ New Testament

Which early Church Father, known for his staunch opposition to Gnosticism, meticulously detailed the succession of bishops in Rome to demonstrate the apostolic authority of the Church?

Hard

In the Book of Revelation, what is the symbolic significance of the 'bottomless pit' from which locusts emerge during the fifth trumpet judgment?

Hard Revelation 9:1-11

The Epistle to the Hebrews emphasizes the superiority of Christ's sacrifice over the Levitical sacrifices. Which Old Testament figure is most prominently used as a type or foreshadowing of Christ's eternal priesthood?

Hard Hebrews 7

Which early church father, known for his letters, strongly advocated for the importance of episcopal authority and the reality of the Eucharist?

Hard Various letters of Ignatius (e.g., Smyrnæans 8:2)

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the 'already and not yet' eschatology present in the New Testament?

Hard Various passages throughout the Gospels and Pauline epistles (e.g., Matthew 6:10, Romans 8:23)

Which early church father, known for his writings on martyrdom and discipleship, is believed to have been a direct disciple of the Apostle John?

Hard No direct scriptural reference, but historical tradition supports this.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic or fruit explicitly mentioned as being produced by the Holy Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23?

Hard Galatians 5:22-23

Which Gospel is believed to be written for a Jewish audience, emphasizing Jesus as the promised King?

Easy

Which of the following is NOT a fruit of the Spirit listed by Paul in Galatians?

Medium Galatians 5:22-23

According to the Gospels, who betrayed Jesus to the authorities?

Easy Matthew 26:14-16

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, who were the first two people to pass by the injured man?

Medium Luke 10:30-37

According to the generally accepted scholarly view, which Gospel was likely written last?

Hard N/A (Biblical Scholarship)

Which book of the New Testament is attributed to the apostle Paul and is addressed to the church in Rome?

Easy Romans 1:1

According to the Apostle Paul's letters, what is the primary purpose of spiritual gifts (charismata) within the body of Christ?

Hard 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Romans 12:6-8

In the book of Revelation, what is the name of the New Jerusalem's gatekeeper angels named after?

Medium Revelation 21:12

Which of the following is NOT a fruit of the Spirit as described by Paul in Galatians 5:22-23?

Medium Galatians 5:22-23

In the book of Revelation, what is the symbolic name given to the great city where 'also our Lord was crucified'?

Medium Revelation 11:8

Which of these is one of the four Gospels in the New Testament?

Easy

According to the New Testament, who betrayed Jesus to the Roman authorities?

Easy Matthew 26:14-16

In the book of Revelation, what is the name of the new Jerusalem?

Medium Revelation 21:2