POJ: SON OF GOD Flashcards
Why did Jesus’ followers use the title ‘Son of God’?
To describe his special relationship with God.
What two key events in the new testament can be used to portray Jesus as Son of God?
Jesus’ Baptism and the transfiguration.
What does the idea of Son of God link to?
Christian doctrine of the Trinity and the Incarnation.
Why has this title led to debates within the church?
Questions how Jesus can be both human and divine.
What are the three elements of Jesus’ divinity being expressed as Son of God?
- Knowledge of God.
- Miracles.
- Resurrection.
Where does the title Son of God come from?
The New Testament and used in the Early Church.
What does the idea of Jesus as Son of God link too?
The Christian doctrine of the Trinity and the Incarnation, and to debates within the Church about Jesus as both divine and human.
What does the ‘son of God’ have?
A unique message and unique power.
What was the main concern of the Son of God?
To help the poor and marginalised.
What did the Son of God encourage?
Repentance, Reconciliation, inner purity and moral motivation.
What could you compare son of God with?
Political Liberator.
