Orthodox Tewahedo Christian Faith Flashcard

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Why are the doctrines called 'Mysteries' in the Orthodox Tewahedo Christian Faith?

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Because they cannot be completely understood by human intelligence but require faith.

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What is the significance of the pillars in the Orthodox Tewahedo Christian Faith?

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They are the foundations of the Orthodox Tewahedo Christian Faith.

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What is the belief of the Holy Trinity?

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The belief in one God who exists in three distinct persons

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What role does the Father play in the Holy Trinity?

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The one who begets

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What is the essence of the Holy Trinity?

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One in their essence, divinity, and will

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In the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, in whose name are people baptized?

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The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit

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Which of the following best describes "Hypostasis"? Options: The shared essence of the Trinity, An individual subsistence or person with a shared essence, The divine essence common to all three persons of the Trinity, The physical manifestation of the Trinity

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An individual subsistence or person with a shared essence

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What does Genesis 11:7 describe God doing?

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Confusing the language of people.

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What theological concept is hinted at by the use of plural terms like "Us" and "Our" in Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 11:7?

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The plurality within the unity of God.

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What does Psalms 2:7 declare about the relationship between the LORD and His Son?

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"You are my Son; this day have I begotten you."