Assignment task:
Please don't use any outside resources.
The Bible: Gospel of Matthew, especially 1:1-25; 3:1-17; 5-7 all; 8:1-38; 11:25-27; 14:13-36; 15:32-39; 16:13-17; 26-28 all; and John 1:1-3;
The Qur'an, 2:253; 3:3-4, 33-64; 4:153-173; 5:46-50, 67-81, 109-120; 19 all
Q1. What are Jesus' miracles, according to the Qur'an? Are they the same as those he is depicted as performing in Matthew?
Q2. Was Mary a virgin when she conceived Jesus, according to the Bible? How about the Qur'an?
Q3. Was Jesus crucified, according to the Qur'an? Discuss the significance of your answer.
Q4. Does the Qur'an agree with the Bible that Jesus is the son of God? Why or why not? Discuss the significance of your answer.
Q5. What did you find interesting, confusing or surprising about the reading for this week?