The Sacred Text Of Christianity Flashcards
What is a sacred text?
A sacred writing that has great importance for a community of faith
What is the Old Testament
It tells story of gods original covenant made with the Jews.
What is the New Testament ?
Story of gods new covenant and the events of Jesus
What is the main source of information about Jesus?
The New Testament
What is a document of faith?
Text written by a member of early Christian community of a particular religion.
What does the New Testament contain?
The 4 gospels
What does the word gospel mean?
Good news
What are the three stages that led to the development of the gospel?
Life stage, oral and written
What is the first stage?
When Jesus was alive, it is concerned with life, death and resurrection of Jesus. It focuses on the public ministry of Jesus (the last 3 years of his life)
