How Far into the Narrative Would Ancient Readers/listeners of the Gospels

question 5

Multiple Choice

How far into the narrative would ancient readers/listeners of the Gospels have expected to get before they would be able to discern Jesus' character and identity?

• A) the end
• B) near the midpoint
• C) only after reading all of them through
• D) the opening scenes

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Definitions:

Zygomatic Process

A projection of the temporal bone that forms part of the zygoma, or cheekbone, connecting with the zygomatic bone of the face.

Mandible

The lower jawbone, which is the largest, strongest bone in the face, serving for the reception of the lower teeth and providing structure for facial shape and motion.

Maxillary

Relating to the upper jawbone, which forms part of the face and holds the upper teeth.

Fontanels

Soft spots on a baby's skull where the bones have not yet fused, allowing for flexibility during birth and brain growth.