Christian beliefs exam Monday

Catholic

A branch of Christianity led by the Pope; emphasises tradition, sacraments, and authority of the Church.

Orthodox

Branch of Christianity mainly in Eastern Europe; uses icons and emphasises the mystery of God.

Protestant

Christians who broke from Catholicism; believe the Bible is the only source of authority and salvation comes through faith.

Trinity

Belief that God is three persons in one: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Creation

The belief that God made the world; shown in Genesis and in John 1: "In the beginning was the Word."

Incarnation

Belief that God became human in Jesus: “The Word became flesh” (John 1:14).

Resurrection (Jesus)

Belief that Jesus rose from the dead on the third day; basis for Christian hope of eternal life.

Blasphemy

Insulting or claiming equality with God; the charge used to condemn Jesus by Jewish leaders.

Crucifixion

The execution of Jesus on a cross, believed to bring forgiveness of sins.

Resurrection (afterlife)

Belief that Christians will be raised from the dead by God at the end of time.

Ascension

Belief that Jesus returned to heaven 40 days after resurrection: “He was taken up into heaven”

Salvation

Being saved from sin and its consequences through Jesus' death and resurrection.

Reconciliation

Restoration of friendships or relationships

Afterlife

Belief in life after death; includes heaven, hell, judgment.

Purgatory

A Catholic belief in a place of purification before heaven.

Sin

Behaviour against God’s will; separates humans from God.

Original Sin

Belief that all humans inherit a sinful nature due to Adam and Eve.

Grace

God’s unconditional love; a free gift allowing salvation.

Atonement

Restoring the relationship between God and humanity through Jesus’ sacrifice.

Mass

Catholic service where believers receive the Eucharist; seen as Jesus’ real presence.

Forgiveness

The act of pardoning wrongdoing; central to Christian belief because God forgives humans.

Creation (Genesis)

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”

Creation

“In the beginning was the Word… and the Word was God.”

Incarnation

“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.”

Crucifixion meaning

“Father, forgive them.” Shows Jesus’ forgiveness even during suffering.

Jesus’ sacrifice

“For God so loved the world he gave his one and only Son.”

Resurrection

“He is not here; he has risen!” (Luke 24)

Forgiveness

“Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.”

Quote Judgment

“God will Judge the living and the Dead“

Quote for the Trinity

“This is my Son… with whom I am well pleased.” (Shows Father, Son, and Holy Spirit at Jesus’ baptism)

Quote for loving others

“Love your neighbour as yourself.”

God as omnipotent

“With God all things are possible.”

The Crucifixion

Jesus is arrested, tried for blasphemy, beaten, and nailed to a cross; he dies to bring salvation.

The Resurrection

On the third day Jesus’ tomb is found empty; he appears to disciples, proving victory over death.

The Ascension

Jesus blesses his disciples and rises into heaven, promising the Holy Spirit.

The Fall (Original Sin)

Adam and Eve disobey God by eating forbidden fruit; sin enters the world.

Heaven

Place of eternal life with God; described as perfect peace and presence with God.

Hell

Place of separation from God; often described as suffering or destruction.

Holy Spirit

The presence of God in the world today, guiding and strengthening believers.

Omnipotent

All-powerful; God can do anything.

Omnibenevolent

All-loving; God shows unconditional love.

Omniscient

All-knowing; God knows everything past, present, and future.

Transcendent

God is above our understanding

Quote for salvation

“It is finished“