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What does the term 'Incarnation' refer to in Christian belief?
What does the term 'Incarnation' refer to in Christian belief?
- A prayer for forgiveness of sins
- God's return to heaven after resurrection
- A method of capital punishment used by Romans
- The belief that God became human in the form of Jesus (correct)
Which church is considered the largest denomination of Christians?
Which church is considered the largest denomination of Christians?
- Protestant Church
- Orthodox Church
- Catholic Church (correct)
- Anglican Church
Who initiated the Protestant movement in the 16th century?
Who initiated the Protestant movement in the 16th century?
- Henry VIII
- Martin Luther (correct)
- John Wesley
- Pope Leo X
What is a 'cathedral' in Christian terms?
What is a 'cathedral' in Christian terms?
What does the term 'Messiah' signify in Christianity?
What does the term 'Messiah' signify in Christianity?
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Incarnation
Incarnation
The belief that God became human in the person of Jesus Christ.
Catholic
Catholic
A branch of Christianity that emphasizes the authority of the Pope. It is the oldest and largest Christian denomination.
Sin
Sin
An action or attitude that goes against God's will and principles.
Salvation
Salvation
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Protestant
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Study Notes
Incarnation
- Belief that God came to Earth in human form.
- Jesus is considered God incarnate (God made flesh), the Son of God.
Sin
- An action or attitude that disobeys God's laws.
- Represents independence, rather than obedience to God.
Salvation
- Deliverance from harm, specifically from sin for Christians.
Messiah
- A predicted ruler or king from the Old Testament, restoring goodness to humanity.
Resurrection
- The act of being brought back to life after death.
Miracles
- Events attributed to God that seem to defy natural laws for theists.
Crucifixion
- A method of capital punishment where victims were affixed to a cross.
Apostles
- The twelve first followers of Jesus. Also referred to as the Disciples.
Ascension
- Jesus's return to heaven 40 days after the Resurrection.
Denomination
- A branch within Christianity.
Catholic Church
- Largest Christian denomination.
- Led by the Pope.
Protestant Churches
- Emerged in 16th-century Europe.
- Started by Martin Luther.
Anglican Church
- Originated in the 16th century, breaking from the Catholic Church.
- Started by Henry VIII.
Orthodox Churches
- Branch of Christianity, separating from the Catholic Church in the 11th century.
- Includes various branches like Greek and Russian Orthodox.
Cathedral
- A large church, overseen by a Bishop.
Church
- Place of Christian worship.
- Also refers to the worldwide Christian community.
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