C4.1 - Easter and Holy Week Flashcards
What is Holy Week? [2]
- final week of Lent
- the most important week in the Christian calendar
What does the Holy Week include? [4]
- Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem
- The Last Supper
- His Crucifixion
- His Resurrection
Why is Holy Week important to Christians? [2]
- reminds christians of Jesus’ sacrifice for humanity’s sins
- gives hope through resurrection
What symbol represents Palm Sunday and what does it symbolise? [2]
- palm leaf
- honour and kingship
What symbol represents Maundy Thursday and what does it symbolise? [2]
- chalice
- Jesus’ body and blood
What symbol represents Good Friday and what does it symbolise? [2]
- cross
- sacrifice
What symbol represents Holy Saturday and what does it symbolise? [2]
- candle
- hope
What symbol represents Easter Sunday and what does it symbolise? [2]
- empty tomb
- victory over death
What is the spiritual importance of Holy Week? [2]
- deepens an individual’s faith and connection with God
- focuses on prayer and personal reflection
What is the social importance of Holy Week? [2]
- brings people together as a community
- emphasises shared worship, traditions and activities that strengthen bonds between families
What might Christians learn from Jesus’ actions during Holy Week? [2]
- humility, obedience and selfless love
- inspires them to serve others
What are Palm Branches used for on Palm Sunday? [1]
- used to welcome Jesus into Jerusalem
What is Hosanna on Palm Sunday? [2]
- means ‘save us now’
- shouted by the crown during entry
Why did Jesus ride a donkey into Jerusalem? [1]
- symbolised humility and peace
What are the key moments of Palm Sunday and descriptions? [6]
- preparation: Jesus sent His disciple to fetch a donkey
- arrival: Jesus entered Jerusalem; crowds laid down branches
- proclamation: the crowd shouted ‘Hosanna’ and praised Him as King
What verse is used for Palm Branches? [1]
Leviticus 23:40
What verse is used for the Donkey? [1]
Zechariah 9:9
What verse is used for Hosanna? [1]
Psalm 118: 25-26
How do Western Churches celebrate Palm Sunday? [3]
- processions weave through the streets
- children hold palm fronds
- adults sing songs celebrating Jesus’ entry
How do Eastern Orthodox celebrate Palm Sunday? [3]
- willow branches replace palms
- incense wafts through the air
- people chant ancient hymns and process around the church
How do Latin America celebrate Palm Sunday? [3]
- vibrant colour and drama
- re eneactments of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem
- palm crosses made by hand
How do Philippines celebrate Palm Sunday? [3]
- joyous festival called Palaspas
- decorated palm fronds blessed and carried in processions
- streets are filled with vibrant colours and energetic celebrations
What is the Last Supper and what does it symbolise? [2]
- foundation of the Eucharist
- symbolises Jesus’ sacrifice
What happens on the Last Supper? [1]
Jesus and His disciples shared bread and wine
What does foot-washing symbolise? [2]
- teaches humility
- teaches serving others
What happens on foot-washing? [1]
- Jesus washed his disciples’ feet
What does Gethsemane symbolise? [1]
symbolises Jesus’ obedience to God
What happens on Gethsemane? [1]
Jesus prayed, showing His submission to God’s will, but was later betrayed by Judas
What are the key events of Good Friday? [4]
- Jesus’ trial before Pilate
- carrying the cross to Golgotha
- the crucifixion
- His death
Why is Good Friday called ‘Good’? [1]
Christians believe Jesus’ death brings salvation
What are Ecumenical services? [2]
gatherings where Christians from different denominations worship together to remember Jesus’ sacrifice.
What are the Stations of the Cross? [1]
- prayerful journey through 14 images or moments from Jesus’ final hours
What are examples of Stations of the Cross? [3]
- His trial
- carrying the cross
- His death.
