Christianity Flashcards
What did Constantine have a dream about?
A glowing cross on which the words were written “in this sign you will conquer”
What did Constantine believe after having his dream?
He believed that the God of the Christians had intervened and given him victory in the battle.
What is the symbol called that has the x sitting on the P?
Chi Rho
When did Constantine issued the edict of Milan and what did it do?
313 CE, granted complete freedom of religion to all in the Empire including Christianity.
When and where was Jesus born?
He was born 90 miles from Nazareth in a town called Bethlehem somewhere between 6 and 4 BC
Where did Jesus get baptised and who baptised him?
He was baptised by John the Baptist in the Jordan river
How many days did Jesus spend in the wilderness and what happened?
He spent 40 days in the wilderness and was tempted by satan to take the easier path to life but he denied.
What are parables?
A bunch of stories from Jesus’ time, that portray a specific meaning
What are the groups of parables called?
Father and son Weddings and feasts Lost and found Work and wage Open and closed doors
What is the miracle of Jesus?
He cleaned 10 lepers who had begged to be healed
What are the events of Holy Week?
The last week of lent Palm Sunday Holy Thursday Good Friday Holy Saturday Easter Sunday
What do Palm branches symbolise?
Symbol of triumph
What happened on Holy Thursday?
Jesus washed the feet of his disciples
Who was the Emperor at the time of origin for Christianity?
Roman Emperor Constantine
