- 1. The Mission of Saint Paul to the Gentiles represents a pivotal moment in the history of early Christianity, characterized by the Apostle Paul's fervent determination to spread the message of Jesus Christ beyond the Jewish community to the Gentiles, or non-Jews. Driven by a profound spiritual conversion on the road to Damascus, where he encountered the risen Christ, Paul became an ardent advocate for the inclusion of Gentiles in the Christian faith. His missions, often described in the New Testament, involved extensive travels throughout the Greco-Roman world, where he preached in synagogues and public forums, establishing several Christian communities in key cities such as Corinth, Ephesus, and Philippi. Paul's theological insights emphasized salvation through faith in Jesus rather than adherence to the Law of Moses, which was revolutionary and sometimes contentious among early Christians. His epistles, rich with teachings and doctrinal developments, provided guidance and encouragement to these nascent Christian communities, addressing issues of moral conduct, worship practices, and the unity of believers. Ultimately, Paul’s mission significantly contributed to the growth of Christianity as a global religion, breaking down ethnic and cultural barriers and laying the groundwork for a faith that embraced all humanity.
What was the primary mission of Saint Paul?
A) To write the Old Testament
B) To convert Romans to Judaism
C) To establish a Jewish kingdom
D) To spread Christianity to the Gentiles
- 2. What was Saint Paul’s original name?
A) Saul of Tarsus
B) James
C) Peter
D) John
- 3. Which letter is considered a key text of Paul's mission to the Gentiles?
A) Hebrews
B) Revelation
C) Jude
D) Galatians
- 4. What was the outcome of Paul's first missionary journey?
A) A large following in Jerusalem
B) Death of Paul
C) End of his missionary work
D) Formation of several new churches
- 5. Which Council addressed the issue of Gentile converts?
A) The Council of Jerusalem
B) The Council of Chalcedon
C) The Nicene Council
D) The Constantinople Council
- 6. Who accompanied Paul on his first missionary journey?
A) Luke
B) Barnabas
C) Silas
D) Timothy
- 7. What did Paul do before becoming an apostle?
A) He was a tax collector.
B) Persecuted Christians
C) He was a priest.
D) He was a fisherman.
- 8. In which book do we find Paul’s famous speech at the Areopagus?
A) Romans
B) Corinthians
C) Acts
D) Galatians
- 9. Which of the following is NOT a Pauline Epistle?
A) 1 Corinthians
B) 2 Thessalonians
C) Hebrews
D) Romans
- 10. What did Paul emphasize about the church to the Gentiles?
A) Unity in Christ
B) Division based on culture
C) Worship styles
D) Strict adherence to the Law
- 11. What was the primary culture Paul encountered during his mission?
A) Greco-Roman
B) Babylonian
C) Chinese
D) Egyptian
- 12. What is the significance of the Council of Jerusalem for Paul?
A) It was about the resurrection of Jesus.
B) It established guidelines for Gentile converts.
C) It focused on the teachings of Peter.
D) It decided to exclude Gentiles.
- 13. What was a major challenge Paul faced in his ministry?
A) Support from Rome
B) Persecution
C) Lack of resources
D) Lack of education
- 14. Which book of the New Testament contains Paul's letters?
A) Epistles
B) Revelation
C) Gospels
D) Acts
- 15. Which apostle did Paul have a significant disagreement with?
A) John
B) Matthew
C) Andrew
D) Peter
- 16. Which one of these was a significant theme in Paul’s letters?
A) Observance of the Law
B) Salvation through works
C) Justification by faith
D) Ritual purity
- 17. In which city did Paul preach on Mars Hill?
A) Ephesus
B) Corinth
C) Athens
D) Rome
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