115: Quiz on Saint Michael
What does the name Michael mean in Hebrew?
A) God's warrior
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B) Who is like God?
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C) Guardian of the heavens
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Question explanation
The name Michael in Hebrew means "Who is like God?". St. Michael is one of the principal angels, and his name represents the war cry of the good angels in their battle against the devil and his followers.
How many times is St. Michael mentioned in the Bible?
A) Four times
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B) Five times
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C) Six times
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Question explanation
St. Michael is mentioned four times in the Bible - twice in the Book of Daniel, once in the Catholic Epistle of St. Jude, and once in the Book of Apocalypse (Revelation).
What are the four offices of St. Michael according to Christian tradition?
A) To fight against Satan, to rescue faithful souls, to be the champion of God's people, and to call away souls to judgment
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B) To protect the weak, to bring rain and fertility, to guard the entrance to heaven, and to guide lost souls
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C) To punish the wicked, to assist in childbirth, to defend the Church, and to serve as a messenger between heaven and earth
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Question explanation
According to Christian tradition, St. Michael has four main offices: 1) To fight against Satan, 2) To rescue the faithful souls from the enemy's power, especially at the hour of death, 3) To be the champion of God's people, both Jews in the Old Law and Christians in the New Testament, and 4) To call away souls from earth and bring them to judgment.
In which ancient location was St. Michael initially venerated as an angelic healer?
A) Rome
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B) Jerusalem
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C) Phrygia
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Question explanation
St. Michael was initially venerated as an angelic healer in Phrygia, an ancient region in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). This location became the center of veneration of holy angels, with a particular focus on St. Michael and his healing abilities.