The tree of life - Mosaic Flashcards

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Where can this be found?

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The tree of life is a highly decorated mosaic found in Rome.

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Alpha and the Omega

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Are the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet showing that God is eternal. He has no beginning or end. Jesus is also described as the Alpha and Omega, showing he is the incarnate Son of God and is also eternal.

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evidence for the Alpha and the Omega

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” I am the Alpha and the Omega”

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The chi-rho

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This is a symbol to represent Jesus. It is an ancient symol of the connection etween the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, showing how he triumphed over death and his potistion as the SOn Of God.

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evidence for the chi-rho

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“i am the resurrection”

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How can this change a catholics life?

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Catholics will use the artwork to help them focus during prayer time and worship, where they will thank Jesus for dying for their sins and giving them the hope for an eternal life with God.

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