Religious Studies - 5 - Christianity - Beliefs & Teachings - 181,182 - Jesus Christ - Resurrection Flashcards
What is the Resurrection?
The belief that Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday, conquering death.
This event is central to Christian theology.
Why is the resurrection of Jesus fundamental to the Christian faith?
It signifies Jesus’ victory over death and is a core belief for Christians.
It is seen as a confirmation of Jesus’ divine nature.
When did Jesus rise from the dead?
After his crucifixion, specifically on Easter Sunday.
This event is celebrated by Christians globally.
What is considered the greatest miracle recorded in the New Testament?
The resurrection of Jesus.
It is viewed as the ultimate proof of Jesus’ divinity.
True or False: The resurrection of Jesus is evidence that He was God.
True.
The resurrection serves as a key affirmation of Jesus’ divine identity.
What is the consequence for Christians if they do not believe in the resurrection of Jesus?
Their faith is pointless.
This is based on the argument that if Christ has not been raised, then preaching and faith are useless.
According to 1 Corinthians 15:12–14, what is preached about Christ?
That Christ has been raised from the dead.
This is a foundational belief in Christian doctrine.
Fill in the blank: If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even _______ has been raised.
Christ
What does the passage imply about preaching if Christ has not been raised?
It is useless.
This underscores the importance of the resurrection in Christian preaching.
True or False: The faith of Christians is valuable regardless of their belief in the resurrection of Jesus.
False
What do the different Gospels agree on regarding the resurrection events?
They agree that on the Sunday following Jesus’ crucifixion, some of Jesus’ followers went to his tomb and found that the stone covering the mouth of the tomb was rolled away and Jesus’ body was not inside.
The Gospels may have slight disagreements on the exact details of the events.
On what day did Jesus’ followers visit his tomb?
Sunday following Jesus’ crucifixion.
This visit is significant as it marks the discovery of the resurrection.
What did Jesus’ followers find at the tomb?
The stone covering the mouth of the tomb was rolled away and Jesus’ body was not inside.
This discovery is central to the Christian belief in the resurrection.
True or False: The Gospels completely agree on the events of the resurrection.
False.
While they agree on key aspects, there are slight disagreements in the details.
What is of first importance according to 1 Corinthians 15:3?
That Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures.
This passage emphasizes the significance of Christ’s death in Christian belief.
On what day was Christ raised according to the Scriptures?
On the third day.
This aligns with the Christian belief in the resurrection of Jesus.
Who was the first person Christ appeared to after his resurrection?
Cephas.
Cephas is another name for Peter, one of Jesus’ closest disciples.
Who did Christ appear to after Cephas?
The Twelve.
The term ‘The Twelve’ refers to the original apostles chosen by Jesus.
How many brothers and sisters did Christ appear to at the same time?
More than five hundred.
This event is significant as it suggests a large number of witnesses to the resurrection.
What does it mean that some of the witnesses had ‘fallen asleep’?
Some have died.
In biblical language, ‘falling asleep’ often refers to death.
Who did Christ appear to after he appeared to the more than five hundred people?
James.
James is often identified as the brother of Jesus.
Who did Christ appear to last according to 1 Corinthians 15:8?
To Paul, as to one abnormally born.
Paul refers to himself as ‘one abnormally born’ because he was not one of the original apostles.
