Understanding the Holy Qurbana

The video explains the second part of the Holy Qurbana, focusing on the Rite of the Word of God or synaxis. It covers the significance of the readings from the Old and New Testaments, the symbolism of the church layout, and the role of the homily and final prayers. The synaxis begins with the trisagion hymn, and the readings journey through salvation history, culminating in the gospel. The church layout symbolizes the descent of the word of God to the people, and the homily provides an explanation of the scriptures. The video concludes with the imposition of hands, preparing participants for the Eucharistic journey.

What is the main theme Father Kevin introduces at the beginning of the video?

• A book that teaches how to shower

• A book that cleanses the spirit

• A book about cooking

• A book about gardening

What is the Synaxis in the context of the Holy Qurbana?

• A hymn sung during the service

• The rite of the Word of God

• A type of offering

• A type of prayer

What is the Trisagion hymn known for?

• Being a hymn about nature

• Being the newest hymn

• Being found in every Oriental liturgy

• Being written in the 20th century

What is the purpose of the Shuraya hymn?

• To end the service

• To bridge the Old and New Testament readings

• To start the service

• To announce the Gospel reading

Where are the Old Testament readings read from during the Qurbana?

• From the left side of the altar

• From the back of the church

• From the center of the altar

• From the right side of the altar

What does the candle held by the priest symbolize?

• The darkness of sin

• The fire of the Holy Spirit

• The warmth of the community

• The light of the world

What is the significance of the Gospel reading in the Qurbana?

• It is optional

• It presents the historical life of Jesus

• It is read first

• It is the shortest reading

What does the layout of the church symbolize?

• The Heavenly and Earthly Jerusalem

• The path to enlightenment

• The separation of heaven and earth

• The journey of the apostles

What follows the Gospel reading in the Qurbana?

• The Trisagion hymn

• The Shuraya hymn

• The homily

• The final prayer

What is the purpose of the imposition of hands?

• To start the service

• To ask for divine help in the celebration

• To end the service

• To announce the Gospel reading