The Rise of Christianity

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This was the title given to the leader of the Roman Catholic Church

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Pope

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This is an organization with different levels of authority

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hierarchy

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This refers to someone who is willing to die rather than give up his/her beliefs.

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martyr

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This was an account of the life and teachings of Jesus, written by the apostles.

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Gospel

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This refers to members of the Christian church who are not part of the clergy.

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laity

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These were official church teachings. It unified the teachings of the church.

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doctrine

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These were short stories to teach a lesson about good, or honorable behavior.

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parable

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This term refers to a Christian leader chosen by Jesus to spread his message.

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apostle

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They are referred to by the Christian church as holy people

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saints

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This is the act of being saved from the effects of sin.

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salvation