christianity key word

unit 2 gcse rs

Baptism

Baptism

this sacrament is a rite of initiation through whch people become members of the Church. The word ‘baptise’ means the immerse in water which is used as a symbol of washing away sin

Bible

sacred text believed to be revealed and/or inspired by God

Confirmation

a rite through which a person has been baptised affirms their Christian belief and recognised as full member or the church

Eucharist

meaning ‘thanksgiving’ and also called ‘Holy communion’, the service which celebrates the death and resurrection of Jesus. Bread and wine represent (Catholics believe actually becomes) body and blood of Jesus.

Free will

ability to make choice voluntarily and independently. Belief that nothing is predetermined.

Heaven

place/state in the afterlife where those who have accepted God’s grace and forgiveness in this life will enjoy an eternal existence with God’s presence

Hell

place/state of punishment in afterlife for those who via their free will reject God’s grace and forgiveness and choose to live eternally outside of God’s presence

Judgement

belief that God will judge whether or not humans are worthy to enter the Kingdom of Heaven

Marriage symbols

features of the wedding that indicates purpose or meaning. For example, the wedding ring is round which is a continuous circle of precious metal symbolises never-ending precious love

Pilgrimage

journeymade to a sacred place as an act of worship or devotion. For example, Christian may go to Jerusalem to walk in Jesus’ footsteps

Reason

process of logical thought to form judgements and opinions via ration and evidence based on consideration

Revelation

God making himself known to human kind for instance through the Bible

Vows

promises made between people or a person’s promise to God. Wedding vows are promises made which the bride and groom make committing themselves to one another