Teachings of Jesus Quiz

How might you put the phrase 'Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted' in your own words?

• Happy are those who are sad, for they will find solace.

• Blessed are those who are joyful, for they will be consoled.

• Fortunate are those who are grieving, for they will find peace.

• Lucky are those who are sorrowful, for they will be comforted.

What does the term 'persecuted' mean?

• To be praised and honored

• To be loved and respected

• To be oppressed and mistreated

• To be forgiven and redeemed

How might this passage make Christians feel about the upcoming persecution?

• Hopeful and encouraged

• Fearful and anxious

• Indifferent and apathetic

• Confused and uncertain

What is one other group that Jesus identifies as 'blessed'?

• The wealthy and prosperous

• The powerful and influential

• The humble and meek

• The knowledgeable and wise

What is a 'teaching' that another student in your group read about?

• Love your enemies

• Retaliation

• Beware of practicing righteousness

• The Beatitudes

How do the teachings challenge the Greek values of 'honor' and 'glory'?

• By promoting humility and selflessness

• By encouraging competition and ambition

• By emphasizing personal achievements

• By advocating for individual rights

How do Jesus' teachings challenge the Code of Hammurabi?

• By promoting forgiveness and reconciliation

• By advocating for equal retaliation

• By encouraging revenge and vengeance

• By endorsing strict punishment and retribution

What does the term 'persecute' mean?

• To be praised and honored

• To be loved and respected

• To be oppressed and mistreated

• To be forgiven and redeemed

Do you think it is surprising that Jesus tells his followers to 'pray for those who persecute' them? Why or why not?

• Yes, because it goes against human nature to pray for enemies.

• Yes, because it is difficult to forgive and show kindness to persecutors.

• No, because Jesus teaches love and forgiveness for all people.

• No, because it is important to seek reconciliation and peace.

When Jesus tells his followers to love their enemies, what reasoning does he use to support his teaching?

• He promises a great reward in heaven for loving enemies.

• He believes enemies can be transformed through love and kindness.

• He wants his followers to be different from tax collectors and Gentiles.

• He thinks it is the only way to achieve true perfection.