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INDICATE ALL THE CORRECT ANSWERS: Examples of a positive attitude towards the Roman Empire in the New Testament are ...
Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7
The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2
The positive attitude to the Roman Empire in the Book of Revelation
The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter
Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7
The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2
The positive attitude to the Roman Empire in the Book of Revelation
The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter
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The correct answers that indicate a positive attitude towards the Roman Empire in the New Testament are:
1. **Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7** - This passage encourages submission to governing authorities, stating that they are established by God and that resisting them is akin to resisting God's ordination.
2. **The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2** - This emphasizes the importance of living peaceful lives and praying for kings and all in authority, which indicates a positive view of their role within the larger civic framework.
3. **The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter** - This epistle advises Christians to honor the emperor and submit to authorities, reflecting a respectful attitude toward the Roman governance.
The statement **"The positive attitude to the Roman Empire in the Book of Revelation"** is more complex. While Revelation does acknowledge the existence of the Roman Empire, much of its content critiques imperial authority and the oppressive aspects of Roman rule, often portraying Rome in a negative light. Thus, it would not generally be classified as a positive attitude towards the Roman Empire.
Therefore, the correct answers are the first three options:
1. Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7
2. The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2
3. The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter
1. **Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7** - This passage encourages submission to governing authorities, stating that they are established by God and that resisting them is akin to resisting God's ordination.
2. **The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2** - This emphasizes the importance of living peaceful lives and praying for kings and all in authority, which indicates a positive view of their role within the larger civic framework.
3. **The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter** - This epistle advises Christians to honor the emperor and submit to authorities, reflecting a respectful attitude toward the Roman governance.
The statement **"The positive attitude to the Roman Empire in the Book of Revelation"** is more complex. While Revelation does acknowledge the existence of the Roman Empire, much of its content critiques imperial authority and the oppressive aspects of Roman rule, often portraying Rome in a negative light. Thus, it would not generally be classified as a positive attitude towards the Roman Empire.
Therefore, the correct answers are the first three options:
1. Paul's instructions in Romans 13:1-7
2. The portrayal of Jesus followers as quiet and loyal citizens in 1 Timothy 2
3. The instructions to honor the Emperor in 1 Peter
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