Prologue

Question 1

Literary form of the Prologue

Answer 1

The Prologue consists of both poetry (vv 1-5, 9-14, 16-18) and prose (vv 6, 7, 8, 15).

Question 2

Chiasm in the Prologue

Answer 2

The Prologue can be viewed as a chiasm

Question 3

Relationship Between Father & Son in the Prologue

Answer 3

The Prologue emphasizes the relationship of the Word to the Father, an equal but not identical divine Person.

Question 4

Prologue and Creation

Answer 4

• The Prologue relates the Word to creation, echoing the account of creation from Genesis 1. This works to evoke the notion of a new creation taking place with the Word becoming flesh.
• This new creation enables us to become a child of God through accepting Christ.