Chapter 11, Founding Story Of Christianity Flashcards
What religion does Christianity have in its origins
Judaism
Who are the founders of Christianity?
Jesus of Nazareth and his apostles are founders of Christianity.
Did you know that ;
Jesus himself was Jewish and people were Jewish before they became Christian.
What are the three denominations of Christianity?
Roman Catholic, Protestant and Eastern Orthodox.
What is the holy land?
An area located between River Jordan and ,Mediterranean sea. Christians believe that Jesus died and lived there.
What are the three provinces of Palestine?
Galilee, Samaria and Judea.
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Where did he meet his first followers?
Galilee
Where did he die on the cross?
Jerusalem
Where was he baptised?
River Jordan.
During the ______ century, ___________ was under control of the romans.
1st, Palestine.
What time was Jesus born during?
Ancient Judaism.
When did Christian’s celebrate his birthday?
25 December, also known as Christmas Day.
Who was Joseph?
He was Jesus father and was a descendant of king David.
Where did they leave to go to Bethlehem in judea?
Nazareth
While Mary gave birth to her son, he was places in a _________
Manger
At the time of Jesus birth, the Jews were waiting for arrival of the ________
Messiah
What does the messiah mean
It means anointed one.
What did Jews believe about for the messiah?
The messiah would save them from the roman rule.
What happened after Jesus was baptised?
Gods spirit descended on him
What were disciples?
Jesus followers
What did the disciples help on?
Spreading the message of god
What was the kingdom of god?
Central ideas of Jesus teachings and it Is a way of living based on message of Jesus.
What is a parable?
Simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson told by Jesus in the gospels.
What is a miracle
Extraordinary event that can’t be explained by martial of scientific laws.
What is table fellowship?
Sharing a meal with others as a sign of respect.
