Karunya Scripture BEE Matthew Chapter 22 & 23

1. What is the central theme of Matthew 22?

• Forgiveness

• Love

• Justice

• Obedience

In the parable of the wedding feast, what did the invited guests do when invited?

• They accepted the invitation immediately

• They made excuses and refused to come

• They attended but left early

• They brought extra guests without permission

How did Jesus respond to the Pharisees' question about paying taxes to Caesar?

• He said they should pay taxes without question

• He encouraged rebellion against Roman rule

• He refused to answer the question

• He asked for a coin to make a point

According to Jesus, what is the greatest commandment in the Law?

• To keep the Sabbath holy

• To honor one's parents

• To love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind

• To offer sacrifices regularly

How did the Pharisees respond when Jesus asked them whose son the Christ was?

• They admitted they didn't know

• They said he was the son of Joseph

• They said he was the son of David

• They remained silent

How did Jesus challenge the Pharisees' understanding of scripture in Matthew 22?

• By quoting Old Testament passages out of context

• By revealing their hypocrisy and lack of compassion

• By performing miracles to prove his authority

• By associating with sinners and outcasts

What lesson can we learn from the parable of the wedding feast in Matthew 22?

• The importance of hospitality

• The consequences of rejecting God's invitation

• The power of forgiveness

• The value of humility

In Matthew 22, what does Jesus say about the nature of God's invitation to salvation?

 

• It is limited to a select few

• It is conditional upon good works

• It is open to all, but some may reject it

• It is only for the Jewish people

How does Jesus demonstrate wisdom in his interactions in Matthew 22?

• By avoiding conflict and controversy

• By always agreeing with everyone

• By using parables to convey deeper truths

• By appealing to his own authority as the Son of God

What practical applications can we draw from the teachings in Matthew 22 for our daily lives?

• To prioritize love for God and others

• To seek power and authority in society

• To isolate ourselves from those who are different

• To focus solely on personal gain and success