Christianity (p.15-16) Flashcards
What are Apostles?
The first 12 followers (disciples) of Jesus
Christianity was founded where , and by who?
Founded in Palestine (Israel) by Apostles
What are the teachings of Jesus? (2)
Love God with you whole being
Love your neighbour as yourself
Jesus and his followers were- what?
Jews
Why did Jesus leave Judaism?
The leaders didn’t practice what they preached
Jewish leaders believed Jesus’ teachings were- what?
Wrong
Romans were scared about people _____
Rebelling
Romans _______ Jesus.
crucified
What are the Gospels?
First 4 books of New Testament
Followers believed Jesus died-when, and was resurrected- when?
Died- Easter Friday
Resurrected- Easter Sunday
Jesus died for what?
So people could go to heaven
What told the story of Jesus
Gospels
Christianity was built on Judaism, what is some proof? (3)
Disciples were Jews
Disciples believed Jesus was Jewish Messiah (saviour)
Disciples believed Jesus was the son of God
Why did Jesus and his disciples break away from Judaism?
Due to their beliefs
Where did Christianity quickly spread?
Along trade routes
Who built Christian Communities?
St. Paul
Where did St. Paul build?
Wherever he travelled
What gave guidance for Christians?
St. Pauls letters
What does baptized mean?
To sprinkle holy water to remove sins and admit the person into the Christian church
Jesus preached all ____ of people.
classes
If one was baptized, and lead a good life, what would they get in return?
They would to to heaven after their death.
Everyone is the same in God’s eyes, so this was -what- to whom?
Appealing to slaves and poor who lived hard lives
What are converts?
Those who has changed their religion
During the persecutions- a. what spread, and b. what increased
a. Religion
b. Converts
