Christianity Flashcards
Where did Christianity Begin?
Palestine
Did Christianity derive from Judaism?
True
What is the messianic Expectation?
The belief of God sending a messiah to the earth to save them from their sins
Identify the principle events in Jesus’ life
- Birth
- Baptism
- Miracles
- Teachings
- Sufferings
- Death
- Resurrection
- Ascension
- Promised Return
Why is jesus a model for Christian Life?
Inaugurates the Reign of God
- Lives a life of prayer
- Lives a life of service to others
- Acts as an advocate for the poor
- Loves and forgives others
Who assisted in the early development of Christian communities?
James and Peter along with Paul led the Jesus movement.
Outline Anglicanism.
Began during the reformation by Henry 8th. - Formalised the separation of COE and Catholicism
High Church and Low Church
What is the High Church of Anglicanism?
A lot like roman catholic including the title of the priestt, seven sacraments and the use of vestments
What is the Low Church of Anglicanism?
Led by ministers and services are generally simple, without incense or vestments
Outline Catholicism
Began with the disciples of Jesus and has a hierarchy of importance
What are the core beliefs of Catholicism?
Importance of the guidance by the holy spirit and the authority of the church, sacraments as a channel of Gods Grace and the guidance of scripture.
What are the core beliefs of the Orthodoxy church?
Equal role of the scripture and tradition as sources of authority. There are seven sacraments and the divine liturgy is an important worship service. icons are a distinctive feature
