Polytheism

The act of another author writing in a named author's place

An efficacious sign that conveys grace and which was established by Jesus and given to the Church

They did not believe in anything that wasn't mentioned in the Torah.

They were Jewish scholars who assisted in writing and telling Jews about their religious traditions

Shema is the first word of Deuteronomy 6:4-9,

"Hear, O Israel..."

An offense against God - any word, action, or thought contrary to God's law. It weakens, and at times can even break, our relationship with God.

Synoptic Gospels - The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke

These laws, often called the Decalogue and given by

God to Moses, prescribed the moral obligations for the Israelites.

A writing technique, notably used by Mark, to emphasize particular subjects, such as the declarations of Jesus as the Son of God.

Transmogrification - The culminating moment in the public life of Jesus. Jesus' appearance changed in the presence of his disciples, and Elijah and Moses appeared beside him to reveal him as the true Messiah. This events points toward the Resurrection of Jesus.

An attempt or desire to overthrow and replace the head of the government to which one owes allegiance

A moral or spiritual habit and desire to do good

A group that formed a rebellious movement of military Jews who yearned and battled for the recovery of Jewish independence. They considered the acceptance of foreign government and the subsequent payment of taxes to Rome as blasphemy against God.