Page 195 1) Why is the image of Jesus as a man of peace, love, and compassion not as a complete one? - The image of Jesus as a man of peace, love, and compassion is not a complete one because he seemed to cause conflict and tension wherever he went. 2) What are the literary characteristics of the Passion accounts in the Gospels? - The literary characteristics of the Passion accounts in the gospels are that the death and Resurrection of Jesus are at the heart of the Christian story. 3) Why did the Evangelists use a style different from their typical stories to tell the story of Jesus’ death? - The Evangelists use a different style from their typical stories and saying to tell the story of Jesus’ death because they were trying to provide theological insights into the meaning of the crucifixion. Page 201 1) With what historical Jewish event is the Last Supper liked? What two main points do the synoptic Gospels make about Jesus’ words and actions at the Last Supper? - The historical Jewish event the Last Supper is linked with is Passover. The two points the synoptic Gospels made about Jesus’ words at the Last Supper are: 1) Jesus had his approaching death on his mind as he gathered his disciples for that meal, and 2) Jesus made a real connection between the meal itself and his death on the cross. 2) What is the Roman Catholic conviction regarding the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist? - The Roman Catholic conviction regarding the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist is that they believe that in this symbolic action, Jesus is truly and fully present Jesus’ body and blood. 3) Explain the meaning of this statement: Jesus could read the signs of the times regarding his death. - This statements means that Jesus could see that he was going to be put to death and did it. 4) Why is Jesus’ free acceptance of his death central to all Christian theology? - Jesus’ free acceptance of his death is central to all Christian theology because he saved us all from sin and death. 5) The high priest Ciaphas asked Jesus if he was the Messiah. What is the significance of Jesus’ answer?
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