Saturday, 18 May 2024, 8:30 PM
Site: Birmingham Theological Seminary
Course: The Gospels (The Gospels)
Glossary: Glossary for Lessons 1-4
CapernaumCity on the northern coast of the Sea of Galilee. Jesus often preached here and performed miracles early in His ministry. |
ElijahOld Testament prophet who appeared along with Moses at the transfiguration of Jesus. |
MosesOld Testament liberator who appeard with Elijah at the transfiguration of Jesus. |
SadduceesJewish sect at the time of Christ who did not believe in the resurrection. |
PilateRoman prefect who authorized the crucifixion of Jesus |
ZealotsJewish sect at the time of Christ who believed that God would usher in the kingdom through their rebellion against the authorities |
ApocalypticName give to Jewish groups at the time of Christ who believed that God would intervene in a miraculous way to destroy their enemies and initiate His kingdom |
NomistsName given to Jewish groups who believe that God would not intervene to establish His kingdom until Israel became obedient in keeping the Law |
TheophilusPerson to whom Luke addressed his gospel and Acts. |
Muratorian FragmentEarliest known document listing the canonical New Testament books, AD 170-180. |