History of Christianity Term 1

Hellenism refers to the spread of this empire’s culture and civilization.

The first Christians (followers of Jesus) were all Jews.

The Apostolic Fathers were far more Hellenized than the Greek Apologists.

Why does Acts, Luke’s second book, not appear to have a conclusion? Why does he leave the narrative open-endded?

This group of the Jesus Movement received harsher persecution and subsequently became a bridge to the Gentiles.

The Way during Nero's persecution practiced an ethic of non-violence that distinguished them from the Jews in Jerusalem

Choose the corect order of each empires rule.

According to Justo Gonzalez, The Apostle Paul's most significant contribution to Christianity was ______.

This empire was the first to use the “stauron” (crucifixion) for capital punishment.

Which empire allowed exiled Jews to return home and begin rebuilding Jerusalem and the temple?

The theme of Acts is not so much the deeds of the apostles, as the deeds of the Holy Spirit through the apostles.

What two elements of Church History does Justo L. Gonzalez highlight that historians from previous generations omitted?

Religious zeal fueled by ______ sparked the Jewish-Roman war, leading to the Temple's destruction and Jewish dispersion.

This 2nd-century heresy rejected creation, the incarnation, and promoted secret knowledge for salvation.

This sect of Judaism ascribed to the ideology that force ushered in the kingdom of God.

Stories like Perpetua's popularized Christian martyrdom and sensationalized reports during this period.

Followers of Jesus were first called Christians at this place, which was also the first sending hub for missions.

The Greco-Roman context contributed to 'the fullness of time' through unprecedented ______.

In the Acts of the Apostles few initially joined the Way, when the Gentile mission started, thousands embraced the faith

___________ Judaism refers to the religion and culture of Jews that did not return to the land but remained dispersed

The blending and mixing of religions and cultures, or schools of thought, is referred to as _______.

________ is the concept that connects later generations of Christians to the original apostles and gives them authority.

Ignatius, Antioch's bishop, wrote 7 letters en route to martyrdom, introducing the concept of a(n) ________ Church.

Which Christian apologist founded 'True Philosophy' school, possibly martyred under Marcus Aurelius?

Which Jewish sect adopted a semi-monastic life in the wilderness, influenced by Scripture study and Apocalyptic beliefs?

This sect within Judaism was concerned with Torah obedience and purity. They taught in the synagogues.

Which of the following is true about Marcion?

Under appropriate conditions, an empire can create a sustainable system.

What cataclysmic event happened in 70 CE?

He is arguably the earliest of the 'Apostolic Fathers.'

What marked the political context of exile, the period covered in this lesson?

The Maccabean Revolt was a response to the persecution of _______.

In 586 B.C.E the  ______________ empire invaded Jerusalem, destroyed the temple, and exiled the Jews.

Jesus’ movement was known as “The Way” in the First Century.

Why did the leaders in the Christian community in Jerusalem migrate to Pella, a majority Gentile city beyond the Jordan?

The Septuagint is the ______.

This Jewish sect was a conservative priestly aristocracy. Rome authorized them to control the Jerusalem Temple.

It’s possible for us today to read the New Testament exactly as the early Christians did.

What describes Trajan's Edict after discussing Christians with Pliny in Asia Minor?

Which statement captures the unity and diversity of Judaism at the time of Jesus?

He was considered the first anti-heretical writer of the Church. 'Against Heresies' is his most notable work.

Which of the following best describes 'diaspora' Jews?

Paul the Apostle used the phrase 'fullness of time' to communicate that history was ripe for the incarnation.

Which Jewish festival commemorated the Maccabean/Hasmonean defeat of the Seleucid empire?

Which of the following best describes a vassal state?

Some argue that the Didache contains teachings from the Twelve Apostles after they fled to Pella

First century Christianity often reached a new region through fulltime missionaries and traveling preachers/evangelists.