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Christology (study of Christ)

The New Testament Christology studies the nature and significance of the person of Jesus Christ. Especially prominent is the understanding of Christological titles in the NT and their variations or emphasis among NT authors. The most important of these titles is the Messiah and the Son of God. In...

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Colors in Greek

The ancient Greeks had a unique understanding of color, which differed significantly from modern perceptions. Rather than categorizing specific hues, they focused on describing colors based on qualities such as light, brightness, darkness, and saturation. This approach prioritized the qualitative...

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Eschatology (study of the last things)

Eschatology refers to the study of the ultimate climax or end of history. Among the primary topics are conceptions, such as the purpose of history, end times, second coming, judgment, death, hell, or eternal life. In recent times, three primary forms of eschatology have developed. The first...

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Food in the New Testament

Food in ancient Israel during its Hellenistic era, which spanned from the late 4th century BCE to the 1st century BCE, presents a fascinating blend of local and foreign influences. This period, marked by the conquests of Alexander the Great and the subsequent rule of the Ptolemies and Seleucids,...

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Catechesis (education and teaching)

The ultimate goal of Christian catechesis is to prepare believers for holy life in Christ Jesus and preserve them for the day of salvation. The primary biblical tools to achieve this task are God's Word (2 Timothy 3:13), Mercy (Titus 2:11-13), and Law (Exodus 20; Matthew 5-7). 

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Love and Affection

Primary expressions for the word love in the New Testament are two nouns ἀγαπη and φιλία, including their cognates.  These words are present in various contexts, creating a vibrant semantic range. In the bible, there exist another two words for love ἔρως and στοργή that are however present in...

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Pastoral Care (Cure of Souls)

The term pastoral care comes from latin cura animarum and from the activity itself. This ministry reflects Jesus' pastoral attributes in practical service to the world (neighbors). It is based on texts such as Matthew 22:37-40 or Matthew 25:35-40. Its primary goal is ministry towards Christians to...

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People names in the New Testament

The New Testament features an array of names that have had a profound influence on Western culture and beyond. These names are not only significant for their religious connotations but also for their historical and cultural impact. Here is a brief overview of some of the key names from the New...

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Apostles' Creed

The Apostles’ Creed is one of the most known summaries of the Christian faith. Its purpose was to publicly declare, teach and defend the Christian faith. Its significance was also important during the baptism to confess a personal faith. The creed has a trinitarian structure, divided into three...

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Groups and Classes of People in the New Testament

The New Testament era was a period of rich cultural diversity, marked by a mosaic of social classes, religious sects, and political entities. This tapestry of society set the stage for the rise of Christianity amidst various tensions and interactions among these groups. Religious and Cultural...

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Nicene Creed

The Nicene Creed is a declaration of faith stated by the church fathers on the Council of Nicaea (325 AD). This is the first creed solving crucial doctrinal issues and church disunity. The content of the creed is following: Πιστεύομεν εἰς ἕνα Θεὸν Πατέρα παντοκράτορα, πάντων...

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Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed

The Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed is a declaration of faith stated by the church fathers on the Council of Constantinople (381 AD). This creed is an extended update of the Nicene Creed (325 AD). The purpose of the creed is to define orthodox Christianity against sentiments of heretical groups...

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Rule of Faith (Regula Fidei)

The rule of faith is kind of a summary statement. It incorporates a set of doctrines based on Scripture. It was especially used as a unity statement in order to define Christianity (i.e. against gnostics), as a exegetical base, or as a baptismal formula. It can be found in various forms among the...

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Greek: Basic Vocabulary (300 Most Frequent Words)

The exercise contains words that occur 50 times or more in the New Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will give you an ability for basic reading of the New Testament in the Greek language.

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Greek: Frequency Vocabulary (49-20 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 49 to 20 times in the New Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the New Testament in the Greek language.

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Greek: Frequency Vocabulary (19-12 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 19 to 12 times in the New Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the New Testament in the Greek language.

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Greek: Frequency Vocabulary (11-9 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 11 to 9 times in the New Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the New Testament in the Greek language.

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Greek: Frequency Vocabulary (8-6 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 8 to 6 times in the New Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the New Testament in the Greek language.

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Hebrew: Basic Vocabulary (700 Most Frequent Words)

The exercise contains words that occur 50 times or more in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will give you an ability for basic reading of the Old Testament in the Hebrew language.

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Hebrew: Frequency Vocabulary (49-30 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 49 to 30 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Hebrew language.

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Hebrew: Frequency Vocabulary (29-20 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 29 to 20 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Hebrew language.

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Hebrew: Frequency Vocabulary (19-15 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 19 to 15 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Hebrew language.

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Aramaic: Frequency Vocabulary (20 And More Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur 20 times or more in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will give you an ability for basic reading of the Old Testament in the Aramaic language.

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Aramaic: Frequency Vocabulary (19-10 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 19 to 10 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Aramaic language.

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Aramaic: Frequency Vocabulary (9-5 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 9 to 5 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Aramaic language.

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Aramaic: Frequency Vocabulary (4-3 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 4 to 3 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Old Testament in the Aramaic language.

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Aramaic: Frequency Vocabulary (2-1 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 2 to 1 times in the Old Testament. Mastering this vocabulary will give you a complete vocabulary for reading the Old Testament in the Aramaic language.

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Latin: Basic Vocabulary (300 Most Frequent Words)

The exercise contains words that occur 300 times or more in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will give you an ability for basic reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (299-150 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 299 to 150 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (149-100 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 149 to 100 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (99-50 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 99 to 50 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (49-30 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 49 to 30 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (29-20 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 29 to 20 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Latin: Frequency Vocabulary (19-10 Occurrences)

The exercise contains words that occur between 19 to 10 times in the Bible. Mastering this vocabulary will increase your ability for a more fluent reading of the Bible in the Latin language.

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Coptic: Basic Vocabulary (300 Most Frequent Words)

The exercise contains words that occur 30 times or more in the Sahidica. Mastering this vocabulary will give you an ability for basic reading of the Sahidica in the Coptic language.

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