Understanding the Holy Qurbana

The video, 'Qurbana Explained,' introduces the concept of Qurbana, a Eucharistic liturgy in the Catholic tradition. Father Kevin explains its significance, starting with the Anarchsis, a rite of praise, and the Marmisa, a preparation for Jesus' incarnation. The video emphasizes the importance of the resurrection in salvation history and concludes by highlighting the unity of heaven and earth during Qurbana.

What is the Holy Qurbana primarily a celebration of?

• The mysteries of Christ's life, death, and resurrection

• The life and teachings of the Apostles

• The history of the Catholic Church

• The lives of the saints

What does the word 'Qurbana' mean in Syriac?

• Offering

• Prayer

• Sacrifice

• Celebration

What is the purpose of the Anarchsis in the Qurbana?

• To introduce the saints

• To orient hearts towards God in praise and worship

• To focus on personal reflection

• To recount the history of the Church

Which hymn is sung at the beginning of the Qurbana?

• The Agnus Dei

• The Gloria

• The Sanctus

• The Kyrie

What is the Our Father prayer described as by some Church Fathers?

• A personal reflection

• A historical recount

• A call to action

• A summary of the whole gospel

What does the Marmisa symbolize in the Qurbana?

• The life of the Apostles

• The end of the liturgy

• The preparation for Jesus' incarnation

• The beginning of the Church

What significant event does the Resurrection hymn in the Qurbana represent?

• The ascension of Jesus

• The birth of Jesus

• The baptism of Jesus

• The resurrection of Jesus

What does the opening of the Sanctuary Veil symbolize?

• The closing of the heavens

• The opening of the heavens at Jesus' baptism

• The end of the world

• The beginning of the Church

What is the central mystery that the Holy Qurbana is focused on?

• The resurrection of Jesus

• The history of the saints

• The life of the Apostles

• The teachings of the Church

What does the Qurbana ultimately bring together?

• The saints and the sinners

• The Apostles and the Church

• Heaven and Earth

• The past and the future