BTheol Bachelor of Theology Church History 4

Question 1

The Waldensian movement, founded by Peter Waldo in the 12th century, emphasized which practice that brought conflict with the Church?

Accepted Answer

Lay preaching and vernacular Scripture reading

Answer

Peter Waldo and the Waldensians promoted lay preaching and reading Scripture in the vernacular, which the Church prohibited for laypeople without authorization.

Question 2

Arianism, condemned at the Council of Nicaea (325 AD), taught that Jesus Christ was what?

Accepted Answer

A created being subordinate to the Father

Answer

Arianism, taught by Arius of Alexandria, held that the Son was the first and greatest creation of God but was not co-eternal or co-equal with the Father.

Question 3

The term 'apostolic succession' in church history refers to which concept?

Accepted Answer

The unbroken line of ordained bishops tracing back to the apostles

Answer

Apostolic succession refers to the continuous chain of ordained authority passed from the apostles through bishops, ensuring the legitimacy of church leadership and sacraments.

Question 4

Which event in church history is commonly referred to as the 'Babylonian Captivity of the Church' (1309–1377)?

Accepted Answer

The period when the papacy was relocated to Avignon, France

Answer

The 'Babylonian Captivity' refers to the 68-year period when the papacy was based in Avignon under French influence rather than in Rome.

Question 5

The First Great Awakening in colonial America (1730s–1740s) was most closely associated with which preachers?

Accepted Answer

Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield

Answer

Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield were central figures of the First Great Awakening, sparking widespread revival and emotional conversion experiences across the colonies.

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