Pentecost

the Christian festival celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the disciples of Jesus after his Ascension, held on the seventh Sunday after Easter.

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What is the meaning of the word 'Pentecost'?

• A Christian festival

• A type of poem

• A musical term

• A historical event

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Which of the following best describes the event of Pentecost in Christianity?

• The birth of Jesus

• The descent of the Holy Spirit

• The crucifixion of Jesus

• The resurrection of Jesus

In which book of the New Testament is the event of Pentecost described?

• Matthew

• Mark

• Acts

• John

What is the significance of Pentecost in the Christian liturgical year?

• It marks the beginning of Lent

• It marks the end of Easter

• It marks the beginning of Advent

• It marks the end of Christmas

Which language did the apostles speak in after receiving the Holy Spirit during Pentecost?

• Hebrew

• Greek

• Latin

• Various languages

How many days after Easter is Pentecost celebrated?

• 40 days

• 50 days

• 60 days

• 70 days

What is another name for Pentecost in the Christian tradition?

• Easter

• Whitsunday

• Good Friday

• Epiphany

Which of the following is a synonym for 'Pentecost'?

• Whitsun

• Lent

• Advent

• Epiphany

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What does the word 'Pentecost' literally mean in Greek?

• Fiftieth

• Fortieth

• Hundredth

• Tenth

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