Christianity - Symbolism Flashcards
1
Q
What is a symbol?
A
An idea or image that conveys a deeper message.
2
Q
Where are the accounts of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus found?
A
At the beginning of the New Testament in 4 books called Gospels.
3
Q
Do the Gospels only contain facts of what happened?
A
No.
They also try to get us to understand the identity and significance of Jesus - often through symbols
4
Q
Significance of Jesus being given Gold?
A
He would be like a King
5
Q
Jesus’ cot was an animals’ feeding trough
A
he was humble
6
Q
Jesus was given Frankincense?
A
He would be like a Priest
7
Q
A star was placed above Jesus’ birthplace?
A
His birth was a significant event for the whole of creation
8
Q
Jesus was given Myrrh?
A
His death would be important
