Question

1. circle the correct answers: what are the two contrasting kinds of faith? a. blind faith b. being faithful c. new faith d. old faith e. true faith f. reasonable faith 2. do the texts below pass or fail the three tests listed above? why? a. gospel of judas b. proverbs 26:4-5

Explanation:

Question 1

The two contrasting kinds of faith are typically considered to be Blind Faith (where one believes without questioning or evidence) and Reasonable Faith (where belief is supported by reason, evidence, or rational thought). Among the options, a. Blind Faith and f. Reasonable Faith are the contrasting pair.

The "Gospel of Judas" presents a non - orthodox view of Judas, portraying him in a way that goes against the traditional Christian understanding of faithfulness, truth, and the nature of salvation. If we consider tests related to orthodox Christian faith (such as consistency with biblical teachings on loyalty, truth, and the redemptive work of Christ), the Gospel of Judas would fail these tests. This is because it deviates from the mainstream Christian narrative about Judas' role (he is traditionally seen as a betrayer, but the Gospel of Judas reinterprets his actions in a way that is inconsistent with orthodox Christian theology regarding salvation, the nature of God, and the role of the apostles).

Proverbs 26:4 - 5 says "Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you will be like him yourself. Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes." This is a wise teaching about how to respond to foolishness, which aligns with the principles of wisdom and reasonable discourse that are consistent with the values of true and reasonable faith (in the context of Judeo - Christian faith, wisdom is highly valued). So it would pass tests related to wisdom and the kind of thinking that supports reasonable faith (or the moral and intellectual standards of the faith tradition it belongs to).

Answer:

a. Blind Faith, f. Reasonable Faith

Question 2a (Gospel of Judas)