Christianity pt2

Jesus

The Expected One for the Jews, believed to be the Messiah.

Galilean

A region where Jesus conducted much of his ministry, known for its distinctive culture.

Repent

A Greek word meaning to turn towards God and away from sin.

Kingdom of God

Not a physical place, but the reign and rule of God acknowledged by subjects.

The Good News

The message of forgiveness and new life through Jesus Christ.

Disciples

Individuals who follow Jesus and his teachings.

Crucifixion

A public execution method used by Romans, meant to humiliate.

Resurrection

The event where Jesus rose from the dead, affirming his teachings and mission.

Pharisees

A religious group that opposed Jesus and his teachings on the law.

Sabbath

A day of rest and worship that Jesus believed was made for man's benefit.

Non-violence of Jesus

Jesus’ commitment to peace and non-violence, refraining from violence for power.

The Twelve

The twelve disciples chosen by Jesus to spread his teachings.

Messiah

An expected deliverer or savior in Judaism, fulfilled in Jesus according to Christians.

Baptism

A Christian sacrament of initiation, symbolizing death to the old life and rebirth.

Good Samaritan

A parable told by Jesus illustrating mercy and compassion for others.

The Temple

Central place of worship for Jews, which Jesus cleansed of traders.

Sin

Non-alignment with God, resulting in separation from Him.

Acts of the Apostles

The book in the New Testament that details the early church's history.

Faith

Complete trust or confidence in God and His promises.

Salvation

The deliverance from sin and its penalty through Jesus Christ.

Apostles Creed

A statement of Christian faith traditionally attributed to the apostles.

Nicaea

The first ecumenical council that addressed the nature of Christ and established the Nicene Creed.

Eucharist

Another term for Holy Communion, where believers partake of bread and wine.

Church Councils

Meetings of Christian leaders to discuss and establish doctrine.

Sola Scriptura

A principle of the Reformation asserting that Scripture alone is the authority in matters of faith.

Replacement Theology

The belief that the Church has replaced Israel as God's chosen people.

Evangelicalism

A branch of Christianity marked by conversion experience, inspiration, and evangelism.

Deism

The belief in a creator who does not intervene in the universe, prevalent during the founding of the USA.

Fundamentalism

A movement that upholds strict adherence to Christian doctrines against liberal theology.

Martin Luther

A key figure in the Reformation who challenged Catholic doctrines, particularly indulgences.

John Calvin

A theologian whose teachings on predestination and sovereignty of God shaped Protestantism.

Anabaptists

A radical reform movement advocating for adult baptism and separation of church and state.

Liberalism

A theological movement emphasizing experience and moral living over strict doctrine.

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

The site in Jerusalem believed to be the location of Jesus' crucifixion and burial.

Mystics

Individuals seeking a deeper, experiential communion with the divine.

Catholicism

The largest branch of Christianity, centered on the authority of the Pope.

Eastern Orthodoxy

A major branch of Christianity with a distinct theology and practices, focusing on tradition.

Christianity in America

The expression and evolution of Christian faith and denominations in the United States.

Missionary Activity

Efforts to spread Christianity and its teachings across the world.

Secularism

The principle of separation from religion, contributing to the decline of church attendance.

Community

The social and spiritual concept of people living together in mutual support and worship.

Trinity

The Christian doctrine of one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Sacraments

Rituals believed to convey divine grace, such as baptism and Eucharist.

Christendom

The worldwide community of Christians and the historical period when Christianity dominated Europe.

Original Sin

The doctrine that all humans inherit a sinful nature due to Adam and Eve's rebellion.

Charismatic Movement

A movement within Christianity that emphasizes the work of the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts.

Reformation

A 16th-century movement aimed at reforming the beliefs and practices of the Roman Catholic Church.

Christian Renaissance

A cultural and intellectual revival emphasizing a return to biblical teachings and values.

Counter-Reformation

The Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation, seeking to reform and reaffirm Catholic doctrine.

Social Gospel

A movement advocating for social justice based on Christian ethics.

Calvinism

The theological system of John Calvin emphasizing predestination and God's sovereignty.

Sects

Religious groups that have separated from mainstream denominations, often with unique beliefs or practices.