Christianity Flashcards
What was the historical and cultural context in
which Christianity began?
In ancient Judea, the Romans ruled and persecuted Jewish people who objected to this rule.
What are the key events in Jesus’ life?
Birth in Bethlehem, growing in Nazareth, being left at and speaking in the temple at 12 years old, miracles, ministry and teachings, death and resurrection.
Who was responsible for the beginning of spread of Christianity?
Paul of Tarsus, once Saul of Tarsus.
What did Pentecost do for the disciples?
It gave them the courage and language to spread the word of God.
What are the 5 largest denominations of Christianity?
Catholicism, Anglicanism, Pentecostalism, Orthodoxy and Protestantism.
What was determined at the Nicaean Council?
Whether Jesus is divine and a part of the Holy Trinity of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
What are the 5 key beliefs of Christianity?
Divinity and humanity, Revelation, Salvation, Death and resurrection and the nature of God and the Trinity.
What is the sacred text of Christianity and what are its sections?
The Bible is split into the Old and New Testament, which each describe the word of God before and after Jesus Christ.
What are the 3 core ethical teachings of Christianity?
10 Commandments, Beatitudes and God’s Commandment of Love.
What were the 2 main groups of Christianity when it first spread?
Jewish Christians and Hellenistic Christians (influenced by Greek, diversely represented).
What core values enhance Jesus as the model for Christian life?
Humanity, servant, advocate, love, forgiveness and prayer.
Jesus’ techings.
The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)
The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
Cana Miracle (John 2:1-11)
Quote on the importance of Pentecost.
“And everyone was filled with awe; the apostles worked many signs and miracles.” (Acts 2:43)
The Greatest Commandment
““You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is my commandment, That ye love another as I have loved you.” (john 15:12)
