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Christianity
Christianity- An Introduction
Began 2000 years ago in Judea – present day Israel
Based on the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, who was a Jewish preacher
Christianity- Its History It became the dominant religion during the Roman Empire It was during the Middle Ages that most of Europe was Christianized
◦ It was also during this time that the Christian Church was divided into Eastern and Western Branches ◦ The Eastern Branch became the Orthodox Church and The Western Branch became the Roman Catholic Church
Christianity- Its History
Christianity continued to spread throughout the world during the Age of Discovery Age of Discovery began with Christopher Columbus in 1492
The religion was spread through Missionary work and Colonization Today it is the world’s largest religion with nearly 2 billion followers and is practiced in nearly every nation on Earth
Christianity
Today most Christians belong to one of three groups Roman Catholic Protestant Eastern Orthodox
Beliefs and practices may vary within these groups, however there are certain universal beliefs
Christianity- Universal Beliefs Deity The Holy Book Holy Days and rituals Places of worship Spiritual and Religious Leaders
Deity
Definition: the rank or essential nature of a god, one exalted or revered as supremely good or powerful
Christians believe in one God with three parts- the father, the son and the holy spirit ◦ Jesus was the son and a human manifestation who came to earth
The Holy Book Is called the Bible It consists of the Old Testament and the New Testament The Old Testament is the core religious writings of Judaism The New Testament details the life and teachings of Jesus
Holy Days and Rituals
There are two main holidays celebrated by all Christian Churches- Christmas and Easter ◦ Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ ◦ Easter is the day Christians believe Jesus rose from the dead
One ritual or rite that is practiced by all Christian Churches is Baptism ◦ Baptism is ones entry into the Christian community and washing away of sins
Places of Worship Christians worship in Churches- the appearances of churches vary greatly This is an example of a Roman Catholic church
Christian Churches
Christian Churches From modest to elaborate, inside and out Images from around the world
Spiritual and Religious Leaders
Different Churches have different leaders
Their responsibilities and roles vary depending on the church
Examples of a Pastor, Minister, Nuns and Priest
Christianity- An Introduction
Began 2000 years ago in Judea – present day Israel
Based on the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, who was a Jewish preacher
Christianity- Its History It became the dominant religion during the Roman Empire It was during the Middle Ages that most of Europe was Christianized
◦ It was also during this time that the Christian Church was divided into Eastern and Western Branches ◦ The Eastern Branch became the Orthodox Church and The Western Branch became the Roman Catholic Church
Christianity- Its History
Christianity continued to spread throughout the world during the Age of Discovery Age of Discovery began with Christopher Columbus in 1492
The religion was spread through Missionary work and Colonization Today it is the world’s largest religion with nearly 2 billion followers and is practiced in nearly every nation on Earth
Christianity
Today most Christians belong to one of three groups Roman Catholic Protestant Eastern Orthodox
Beliefs and practices may vary within these groups, however there are certain universal beliefs
Christianity- Universal Beliefs Deity The Holy Book Holy Days and rituals Places of worship Spiritual and Religious Leaders
Deity
Definition: the rank or essential nature of a god, one exalted or revered as supremely good or powerful
Christians believe in one God with three parts- the father, the son and the holy spirit ◦ Jesus was the son and a human manifestation who came to earth
The Holy Book Is called the Bible It consists of the Old Testament and the New Testament The Old Testament is the core religious writings of Judaism The New Testament details the life and teachings of Jesus
Holy Days and Rituals
There are two main holidays celebrated by all Christian Churches- Christmas and Easter ◦ Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ ◦ Easter is the day Christians believe Jesus rose from the dead
One ritual or rite that is practiced by all Christian Churches is Baptism ◦ Baptism is ones entry into the Christian community and washing away of sins
Places of Worship Christians worship in Churches- the appearances of churches vary greatly This is an example of a Roman Catholic church
Christian Churches
Christian Churches From modest to elaborate, inside and out Images from around the world
Spiritual and Religious Leaders
Different Churches have different leaders
Their responsibilities and roles vary depending on the church
Examples of a Pastor, Minister, Nuns and Priest
