Text Evidence Analysis & Basic Christian Beliefs

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How did early Christians view Jesus according to the text?

As one of many gods in Roman mythology

As the Son of God who came to save people (correct)

As a political leader

As a prophet sent by God

What is the meaning of the Christian Trinity according to the text?

Belief in three distinct holy books

Belief in three persons of God: the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (correct)

Belief in multiple gods

References to the three main apostles

What event led to the birth of Christianity according to Christian belief?

Jesus' resurrection (correct)

Jesus' crucifixion

Mary Magdalene's vision

Jewish teachings

How did Christianity differ from Judaism, based on the text?

Christianity believed in the Trinity, while Judaism did not Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first to see Jesus alive again after his resurrection?

Mary Magdalene Signup and view all the answers

How did Christianity spread throughout the Roman Empire?

Through the efforts of the apostles Signup and view all the answers

What key belief allowed people to gain salvation in early Christianity according to the text?

Acceptance of Jesus and his teachings Signup and view all the answers

Why did Christianity spread throughout the world according to the text?

Missionaries spreading the religion beyond the Jewish community Signup and view all the answers

What term originates from a Greek word meaning 'the anointed one'?

Christos Signup and view all the answers

What term is used for the early Christian leaders who spread the message of Jesus?

Apostles Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of eating a meal similar to the Last Supper at Early Christian gatherings?

To remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Signup and view all the answers

Why is Peter considered an important figure in early Christianity?

He helped set up a Christian church in Rome Signup and view all the answers

What role did Mary Magdalene play in relation to Jesus according to the text?

She traveled with Jesus and was present at his crucifixion and burial Signup and view all the answers

How did Paul contribute to the spread of Christianity?

By spreading Jesus' message and teachings to various regions Signup and view all the answers

What evidence in the text suggests that Christianity developed independently from Judaism?

The center of Catholic Christianity is located in Rome Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Roman Empire significant for the spread of Christianity?

It established peace and order, allowing the Christian religion to spread. Signup and view all the answers

What was Paul of Tarsus' initial stance towards Christianity before becoming an apostle?

He tried to stop the spread of Christian ideas. Signup and view all the answers

What enabled Christianity to spread from the Mediterranean to Central Asia?

The accessibility and variety of social positions of its followers. Signup and view all the answers

Which apostle initially started his work first, according to the text?

Peter Signup and view all the answers

Why did Paul of Tarsus try to stop the spread of Christian ideas initially?

He believed in Roman gods and saw Christianity as a threat. Signup and view all the answers