Luke 10:33, 34.

What did Peter do when Christ then looked upon him? He went out, and wept bitterly.

Who was governor of Judea at that time! Pilate.

To whom did Pilate send Jesus? To Herod, the governor of Galilee, then at Jerusalem.

What did Herod do with him' He mocked him, and sent him back to Pilate. Who sought to release Jesus? Pilate.

What did Pilate say of Christ's innocence? He said, I find no fault in him, John 19:4.

Why then did Pilate give sentence against him? To content the people, Mark 15;15.

What cruelties were inflicted upon Christ? He was Scourged, mocked, smitten, spit upon, reviled, blasphe med, and crucified.

LESSON 40.

Where was Christ cruci fied? Upon mount Calvary, near to Jerusalem on the west.

What did they give him to drink? Vinegar mingled with gall, Mat. 27:34.

Who were crucified with him? Two thieves or robbers, Mark 15:27.

For whom did Jesus pray, when he hung upon the cross? For his murderers, Luke 23:34.

What did he say to the penitent thief? To day shalt thou be with me in Paradise.

How long was there miraculous darkness at that time? About three hours, Luke 23:44.

At what time in the day did Christ die? At the 9th. hour, or 3 o'clock afternoon.

What miraculous events

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took place, when Christ died? The vail of the temple was rent; the earth quaked; rocks rent; and graves were opened, Mat. 27:51,52.

LESSON 41. Who went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jest? Joseph of Arimathea, Luke 23:52.

Who buried it? Joseph and Nicodemus.

Where? In Joseph's new omb, in a garden, Mat. 27:

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What became of Judas? He hanged himself, fell headlong, burst asunder, and went to his own place, Mat. 27:5. Acts 1: 15-18.

When did Christ rise from the dead? The third day after his death.

Who rolled away the stone, that had been placed at the door of the tomb? An angel, Mat. 28:2.

What other miraculous) events took place about that time? There was a great earthquake; and many bo dies of dead saints arose, Mat. 27:52, 53 & 28:2.

To whom did Christ first appear after his resurrec tion? To Mary Magdalene,

Mark 16:9.

By how many brethren was he seen at once after his resurrection? Above

500, 1 Cor. 15:6.

How long did he continue upon earth after his resurrection? 40 days, Acts 1:3.

From what place did he ascend to heaven? Mount Oliver.

What is he doing in hea ven? He is making intercession for his people, Heb. 7:25.

When and why will Christ come again? At the last day, to judge the world.

LESSON 42.

Who was chosen for an apostle in the room of Judas? Matthias, Acts 1:26.

How many were convert. ed by means of Peter's preaching on the day of Pentecost? About 3000, Acts 2:41. Who were struck dead for lying to the Holy Ghost? Ananias and Sapphira, Acts 5: Who is the Holy Ghost? God, Acts 5:3, 4.

Who was the first Chris. tian martyr? Stephen, Acts 7: Who kept the clothes of them that stoned him? Saul of Tarsus.

Why was Simon the sorcerer sharply rebuked by Peter? For offering to purchase the gift of the Holy Ghost with money. Who baptized the Eunuch of Ethiopia? Philip, Acts 8: 26-39.

Who breathed out threat.

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Mark 12:42. enings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord a bout that time? Saul of Tarsus, Acts 9.

Why did he journey to Damascus? To persecute saints.

What miraculous appear ance did he see in the way? A light from heaven above the brightness of the sun.

How was he affected? He was struck blind to the. earth, Acts 9:4.

What did Christ then say to him? Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?

How long was Saul at Damascus without eating, drinking, or seeing? Three. days.

How did he spend the time? It is probable he spent it principally in pray. ing, Acts 9:11.

Whom did Christ send to restore Saul's sight? Ananias.

What was Saul afterwards called? Paul.

LESSON 43.

Where were the disciples of Christ first called Christians? At Antioch.

Who was the great apostle to the Gentiles? Paul, Rom. 11:13.

Who were called sons of thunder? James and John, Mark 3:17.

Who was a son of consolation? Barnabas.

Who raised Dorcas to life? Peter, Acts 9:36-40. What devout centurion lived at Cesarea? Cornelius, Acts 10:

Who was sent to preach the gospel to him? Peter. Who slew James the brother of John? Herod.

What did Herod do to Peter at that time? Put him into prison, Acts 12:

How was Peter delivered? By an angel.

What miracle did Paul perform at Lystra? He healed a cripple, Acts 14:8-10.

Who was baptized with her household near Philippi? Lydia, Acts 16:

Why were Paul and Silas imprisoned at Philippi? For casting out a spirit of divination.

What did they do in pri son? They prayed, and sang praises to God at midnight, Acts 16:25.

What miraculous events then took place? There was a great earthquake, the pris on doors were opened, and the bands of all the prison. ers were loosed, Acts 16.

What did the jailor do, when he saw the prison doors open? He drew his sword, to kill himself.

What did Paul.saytohim}

Do thyself no harm, for we are all here.

What then took place? The jailor believed; and he and his household were baptized.

LESSON 44. Who were converted by Paul's preaching at Athens? Dionysius and some others, Acts 17:

Who was an eloquent man, knowing only the baptism of John? Apollos.

Who expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly? Aquila and Priscilla, Acts 18:26.

Who made silver shrines for the goddess Diana at Ephesus? Demetrius.

How many Jews took an oath, not to eat nor drink till they had slain Pau!? Morethan forty.

Who discovered the con

spiracy to the chief captain? Paul's nephew, Acts 23: 161 -22.

Who accused Paul before Felix? Tertullus, Acts 24:

Why did Felix tremble in the presence of Paul? He was affected by Paul's rea soning upon righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come.

Who succeeded Felix, as governor? Festus.

To whom did Paul appeal? To Cesar, Acts 25:11.

After Paul had related his conversion, what did Festus say to him? Thou art beside thyself; much learning doth make thee mad, Acts 26:24.

What did Agrippa say to Paul at that time? Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.

For what was Paul carried to Rome: To be judged