Holy Week - Quiz 1

From Before the Passover to INRI.

7 flashcards · Philosophy · by Christopher Schwartz

1. What is Jesus Anointed with before Passover?

   Nard, which is a scent used for those getting married.

2. Who is Jesus anointed by before Passover?

   Mary, sister of Lazarus.

3. What was Nard commonly used for?

   Women at wedding were decorated with it. Men used it as cologne.

4. What is the Allegorical Sense of Jesus smelling like Nard at death?

   He is united to his bride, the Church.

5. What is the Anagogical sense of Jesus smelling like Nard at death?

   Heaven is a Wedding Feast!

6. Why is Judas Angry about the Nard?

   Jesus is not selling the nard to the poor. While it would be good, unification with God is better.

7. What does Jesus ride into town on Palm Sunday?

   An old donkey and colt.