The Role of Apostolic Fathers in Early Christian Theology

The Role of Apostolic Fathers in Early Christian Theology - Quiz

1. Which text is attributed to Clement of Rome?

A) Didache
B) The Shepherd of Hermas
C) 1 Clement
D) Epistle of Barnabas

2. What was the primary role of the Apostolic Fathers?

A) To provide guidance and teachings for early Christian communities.
B) To write the New Testament.
C) To engage in political activism.
D) To establish new church doctrines.

3. What is the main theme of the Didache?

A) Prophecies about the end times.
B) Historical accounts of the apostles.
C) Pauline theology.
D) Instructions on Christian ethics and practices.

4. What was the significance of the Epistle of Barnabas?

A) It offered an interpretation of the Old Testament in light of Christ.
B) It focused on church governance.
C) It contained the first liturgical prayers.
D) It was a historical account of the apostles' travels.

5. Which work is categorized as a manual of Christian ethics?

A) The Shepherd of Hermas.
B) The Didache.
C) Polycarp's Letter.
D) 1 Clement.

6. How did the writings of the Apostolic Fathers influence future Christian thought?

A) They established official creeds.
B) They defined the New Testament canon.
C) They translated the Bible into Latin.
D) They laid groundwork for early Christian theology.

7. What was Clement of Rome's position within the early Church?

A) Bishop of Jerusalem.
B) Apostle.
C) Theologian.
D) Bishop of Rome.

8. What concept did the Apostolic Fathers emphasize regarding ecclesial leadership?

A) Apostolic succession.
B) The independence of local churches.
C) Rejection of hierarchy.
D) A democratic church model.

9. In which city did Polycarp serve as bishop?

A) Smyrna.
B) Rome.
C) Antioch.
D) Alexandria.

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