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This document provides an introduction and overview of the contents of the New Testament. It begins with the purpose and classification of the different books, then covers lessons on the relationship between the Old and New Testaments, the historical and religious background of Israel, the geography of Israel, and the formation and canonization of the New Testament. Specific lessons are also provided on the Synoptic Gospels of Mark, Matthew, and Luke, as well as the book of Acts. Key people, events, and teachings from each book are highlighted. The overall document serves as a guide to help readers understand the context and contents of the New Testament.
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The document discusses how the Orthodox Christian liturgy is modeled after and draws inspiration from the worship described in the Book of Revelation. It notes that Revelation depicts a "cosmic liturgy" where heaven and earth worship together. Key aspects of the liturgy discussed include lifting worshipers up to heaven, participation in the communion of saints, and the Eucharist representing the marriage feast of the Lamb. The overall theme is that the liturgy allows participation in the heavenly worship and anticipation of the kingdom of God.
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The document discusses the Sacrament of Confession in the Orthodox faith. It provides details on how to make a good confession, including examining one's conscience, expressing repentance, reciting sins to a priest without shame, and fulfilling any penances prescribed. The historical basis for confession is outlined from the New Testament and Church tradition, showing how confession has evolved but the priest has the power to forgive sins. The role of the priest is to act as a witness before God and give counsel. Common questions about confession are addressed, affirming the need to confess to God in the presence of a priest.
Book5 part1
The document discusses the key aspects of ecclesiology or the study of the Church. It states that the Church was founded by Jesus Christ and describes it as the body of Christ with believers as members. Several biblical passages are cited that portray the Church as having many interconnected parts united in Christ. The Church is built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets with Christ as the cornerstone. It is continually being built up and prepared as the bride of Christ.
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The document provides an overview of the Orthodox view of salvation from several perspectives:
1) It examines what humanity needs salvation from, explaining that due to the fall of Adam and Eve, humanity became separated from God and subject to death.
2) It explores how humanity is saved, through the incarnation, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It discusses several aspects of Christ's work including his renewing the image of God in humanity, being the lamb of God who takes away sin, redeeming humanity, being the mediator between God and humanity, healing humanity of sin, and trampling upon death.
3) It briefly discusses how humanity can experience this salvation, through God's grace in response
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This document provides an overview of lessons from a book about thinking about God. It discusses how the disciples came to understand Jesus as the Son of God through reflecting on scripture after his passion and death. It examines passages like John 12 and 1 Corinthians 15:3-5. It also explores how the disciples encountered Jesus in the breaking of bread and sharing scriptures. The lessons cover Israel's expectations for the Messiah based on prophecies, the life and teachings of Jesus according to the gospels and historical sources, and New Testament interpretations of Jesus as the Son of Man, Lord, Servant of Yahweh, and Son of God.
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This document discusses the relationship between science and theology. It argues that the two fields can co-exist and even complement each other. While science uses observation and experimentation to study the physical world, theology addresses non-physical topics like morality, values, and spirituality. Both fields are attempting to understand and explain the world from different perspectives. Examples are given of how scientific discoveries like evolution, cosmology, and physics can enhance theological understanding of concepts like creation and design. Famous scientists from history like Newton and Mendel integrated their scientific work with their religious faith.
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Part02
The document discusses elements of worship in the Old Testament, including adoration, penitence, thanksgiving, intercession, meditation, and sacrifice. It describes the Ark of the Covenant, tabernacle, temple, Jewish feasts and festivals, synagogue worship, and liturgical cycles in ancient Israel. Key elements included sacrificial worship, the Ark as representing God's presence, and annual feasts like Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles that were precursors to Christian holy days.
Foundations part03-baptism
This document summarizes the Orthodox Christian understanding of baptism based on a study of Hebrews 6:1-3. It outlines that baptism involves dying and rising with Christ through participation in his death and resurrection, resulting in forgiveness of sins, restoration of the image of God, adoption as God's children, and making one a member of the royal priesthood. While John baptized with water, Jesus baptizes with the Holy Spirit. Baptism is connected to other sacraments like chrismation and communion and is the sacrament of Christian initiation.
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This document provides an overview of several lessons on the influence of Greek culture on Judaism during the Second Temple Period and Intertestamental Period between the Old and New Testaments. It discusses how Greek rule following Alexander the Great's conquests led to Hellenization and influence on Jewish faith and culture. It also summarizes the major religious and political groups during this period like the Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, and Zealots. The document also mentions the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls and significance of the Apocrypha literature during this time period between the Testaments.
Foundations part01-repentance
The document outlines the proposed administration structure for the Young Adult Ministry of the Northeast American Diocese, including a director, secretary, treasurer, and parish representatives. It then discusses several faith formation objectives and series, including understanding repentance from dead works. Repentance is defined as a change of mind and return to God that involves remorse, resolution, and restoration, accepting responsibility for sins through humility and orienting oneself towards God. It is a permanent action that brings joy and is a gift requiring tears.
Unit4
The document discusses how experiencing God involves serving humanity through compassion and identifying with the poor, as Jesus did through his crucifixion; it emphasizes that true service comes from a desire to bring justice in the world and continue Christ's mission, and calls readers to empty themselves through voluntary poverty and acts of nonviolence to alleviate suffering.
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The document discusses the participation of believers in the Indian Orthodox Church across different historical periods and lessons. It outlines principles such as the church being God's people, the royal priesthood of all believers, and the pivotal role of holy communion. It then provides a high-level survey of the Malankara Church's history from the 16th century onwards, touching on key figures, reforms, and periods of independence, British influence, and relations with Antioch. It concludes with discussing full participation of believers in the 20th century church through elections, decision making in assemblies, and mutual consent between ministers and faithful.
Book 2 - Lessons 3-5
This document provides an overview of lessons 3-5 from a course on the people of God. Lesson 3 discusses Christ as the true priest and how we enter the royal priesthood through baptism and chrismation. It also examines the priestly, royal, and prophetic ministries. Lesson 4 reviews Jesus's roles as servant, deacon, apostle, shepherd, high priest, and how he commissioned the 12 apostles and 72 evangelists. Lesson 5 discusses the development of ministries in the apostolic church like bishops, presbyters, deacons, and how the early church was devoted to teaching, fellowship, worship, helping the poor, and resolving conflicts through councils.
Part02
St. John's Gospel was likely written between 90-100 AD in Ephesus. It has a very simple yet profound style that appeals to both new and mature Christians. The Gospel aims to show that Jesus is the Messiah and Son of God and that belief in him leads to eternal life. Some key themes are light versus darkness, belief, love, and witnessing. The Gospel contains 7 signs that point to Jesus' identity and is accompanied by long discourses. The Upper Room discourse focuses on Jesus comforting the disciples, promising the Holy Spirit, discussing their relationship to him as the vine, and including the High Priestly Prayer.
Part02 a unit3
This document discusses the key teachings about the Kingdom of God found in the Synoptic Gospels and other religious texts. It explains that the Kingdom of God was the central message of Jesus, referring to God's authority and rule. While the term was not used in the Old Testament, the idea of God's reign was present. The document analyzes how the concept developed in intertestamental Jewish thought and how Jesus brought the Kingdom near through his words and acts. It also explores how the Kingdom is related to concepts like the Church, Eucharist, and God's reign in contrast to earthly powers.
Great lent
1. The document discusses the history, structure, and purpose of Great Lent, a 50-day period of fasting and spiritual preparation before Easter in the Eastern Orthodox tradition.
2. Great Lent originated as a 2-day fast before Easter but evolved into a 40-day period like Lent, including times of fasting, prayer, repentance, and focusing on scripture readings.
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- 1. In the Fullness of Time (Book 1)
- 2. Purpose • Not Commentary • Simple introduction, with particular reference to author, context, purpose and special outlook. • To help us to go deeper into the context of each book & get nourishment in spiritual life. • (Ex. Reading from St. Luke’s gospel in Church…)
- 3. UNIT I - Introduction to the New Testament
- 4. Classification of NT Books GOSPELS ACTS Pauline Catholic Revelation Epistles Epistles Type Gospels History Epistle Epistle Apocalyptic Num 4 1 13+1 7 1
- 5. Lesson 1 – Relationship between the New Testament and Old Testament • “The New Testament is hidden in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, the Old Testament becomes illuminated.” – Augustine • Testament = covenant, contract • Old Testament = Yahweh made covenant with Israel (Ex. 19, 24) • Both deal with same God • Both deal with Chosen Nation (Church = New Israel) • OT fulfilled in NT (ex. St. Matthew) • Both one salvation history
- 6. Lesson 3 – Jewish Historical Background of The NT • Fullness of Time (Gal 4:4) – importance of History • Foreign Domination – Syrians – Antiochus Epiphanes (175-157 BC) • Maccabean Revolt (St. Shmuni) – Romans – 65 BC • Regional administrators – Herod I (at time of Christ’s birth) – Region divided among 3 sons – Herod Antipas (“that fox” – St. Lk 13:32) in St. Lk Christ brought before Herod (St. Lk 23:6-12) – Judea under Archelaus (St. Matt. Joseph & Mary when returning from Egypt)who was banished to France and replaced by Roman Procurator
- 7. Lesson 4 – Religious background of the people of Israel • Hope for Messiah (anointed one) multiple expectations – Political liberator – David, Elijah, Moses, on Clouds, – Confession of St. Peter (St. Matt 16:16) • Belief in Resurrection • Temple & Synagogue – Jesus begins his public ministry in Synagogue of Galilee (St. Lk 4)
- 8. Lesson 5 – Geography of Israel
- 9. Lesson 6 – Formation of NT • Bible – books written by the Church for the Church • First books to be written – St. Paul’s letters • Gospels were not initially written – Preference for preached word (Kerygma) – Acts 2:42; handed down (St. Lk 1:2) – Hope in the second coming (parousia) • Gospels written b/c – Eyewitnesses dwindling – Church spreads to many regions • NT Canon – Measuring rod – “In the worshipping community the Gospels and the letters of Paul were read and gradually the church considered them also as valuable as the OT books.” – See the 3 norms – St. Athanasius of Alexandria in AD 365 wrote a letter with the list of 27 books.
- 10. UNIT II – Synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles
- 11. Lesson 2 - Gospel • Gospel (Evangelion) – good news • There is only one Gospel. – Gospel about Jesus Christ (The Gospel according to) • St. Mary Magdalene – Apostle to the Apostles • Synoptic Gospels (the first 3) – same perspective – 1 year ministry; sharp statements, parables, miracles • Synoptic Problem – how to deal with the similarities and differences in the 3 gospels
- 12. Lesson 3 – St. Mark’s gospel • Earliest written Gospel • St. Mark – Son of Mary in whose house they gathered • St. Peter’s companion and interpreter and St. Mark wrote based on St. Peter’s sermons • Before 70 AD (destruction of Jerusalem); written for non-Jewish Christians in Rome. • Console Christians enduring persecution and importance of suffering in Christian life. Cross
- 13. Lesson 3 – St Mark’s Gospel • Son of Man – Suffering servant of God – Judge • Reading on 3rd Sunday of Great Lent – Lame Man (St. Mark 2:1-12)
- 14. Lesson 4 – St. Matthew’s Gospel • One of the 12 Apostles • In Syria between 80 and 90 AD for Greek speaking Jewish Christians showing that Jesus Christ came to fulfill the Law. • Church as the new Israel
- 15. Lesson 4 – St. Matthew’s Gospel • The New Moses – “You have heard it told to your forefathers, but I tell you.” – Sermon on Mt (5-7) – Missionary Exhortation (10) – Parables about K.O.G (13) – Church discipline (18) – Exhortation on end of Times (24-25) • Church – “on this rock I will build my church” (10:1-4) – Christ is the spiritual center of Church • Reading on Kudos Etho (St. Matt. 16:13- 23)
- 16. Lesson 5 – St. Luke’s Gospel • 2 Part book (St. Luke-Acts) • Jesus as savior of the world • Written to Theophilus • Features : – Social vision – alms giving, Lazarus & rich man (St. Luke 16) – Women- Mary, Elizabeth, Hannah, Martha, Mary – Parables • Reading on Sunday of Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth – St. Luke 1:39-56 - Magnificat