- 1. In a profound and compassionate moment captured in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 7, verses 11 to 15, Jesus approaches the town of Nain, where he encounters a funeral procession for a widow's only son, a poignant scene that evokes deep sorrow and despair. As he witnesses the grieving mother, moved by her profound loss and the social implications of her situation—being a widow without any means of support—Jesus is filled with compassion. He defies cultural purity laws by reaching out and touching the bier, a wooden frame on which the dead body rests, a gesture that was traditionally seen as taboo, making one unclean according to the Jewish law. This act of defiance underscores not only Jesus' deep empathy for human suffering but also serves as a powerful testament to his divine authority. By speaking to the young man, Jesus commands him to rise, and miraculously, the dead boy awakens, sits up, and begins to speak. The crowd, astonished by this miracle, extols the greatness of God, recognizing that a prophet has arisen among them, and reports of Jesus' miraculous power spread throughout the region. This narrative beautifully illustrates the intersection of divine love, the challenge of societal norms, and the transformative power of Jesus, who brings life and hope even in the face of death.
In which city does the event of Jesus touching the dead person take place?
A) Capernaum
B) Nazareth
C) Nain
D) Jerusalem
- 2. What did the crowd do after witnessing the miracle?
A) They were filled with fear and glorified God
B) They criticized Jesus
C) They ignored it
D) They laughed
- 3. According to Jewish purity laws, touching a dead body typically made one _____.
A) Unclean
B) Blessed
C) Holy
D) Pure
- 4. What is a key theme from the story of Jesus raising the dead?
A) Isolation and solitude
B) Punishment for sin
C) Wealth and prosperity
D) Compassion and power over death
- 5. What emotion is primarily portrayed by Jesus when He sees the widow?
A) Anger
B) Indifference
C) Compassion
D) Fear
- 6. The act of raising the dead boy symbolizes Jesus’ victory over _____?
A) Sin
B) Sickness
C) Death
D) Fear
- 7. What response does the crowd have following the event in Nain?
A) They were angry
B) They became apathetic
C) They left immediately
D) They glorified God
- 8. What does the raising of the young man signify regarding hope?
A) Hope in wealth
B) Hope in government
C) Hope in social status
D) Hope in resurrection
- 9. Which Gospel contains the account of Jesus raising the young man in Nain?
A) The Gospel of Mark
B) The Gospel of Matthew
C) The Gospel of John
D) The Gospel of Luke
- 10. How does the story contribute to the overall narrative of Luke?
A) It focuses on Jesus' teachings on money
B) It discusses the law of Moses
C) It highlights political conflict
D) It emphasizes Jesus' compassion and miracles
- 11. What was the relationship of the deceased to the woman?
A) Father
B) Son
C) Brother
D) Husband
- 12. What did Jesus say to the dead person?
A) You shall live again!
B) Rise and walk!
C) Young man, I say to you, arise!
D) Be comforted, my son!
- 13. What literary style is used in Luke 7:11-15?
A) Epistle
B) Narrative
C) Prophecy
D) Poetry
- 14. How did the people describe Jesus after the miracle?
A) A teacher
B) A king
C) A rabbi
D) A great prophet
- 15. What mental state did the widow likely experience before Jesus intervened?
A) Joy
B) Confusion
C) Grief
D) Anger
- 16. To whom did Jesus specifically speak when raising the widow’s son?
A) The young man
B) The widow
C) His disciples
D) The crowd
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