Origin of Christianity

What best describes the origins of Christianity?

• it became a religion after the crucifixion of Jesus

• it was based on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount

• it merged after Jesus and his disciples traveled to Jerusalem

• it merged from Judaism and was based on the teachings of Jesus

What was the effect of Paul's work?

• he united Jews and Christians

• he spread Christianity

• he stopped the persecution of Christians

• he established the church territory

Which factor assisted the spread of Christianity?

• unity within the empire

• dissatisfaction with the Roman gods

• insane Roman emperors

• similarities between Roman religions and Christianity

One central belief of Christianity is that

• forgiveness is unattainable

• Jesus will bring spiritual salvation and eternal life to believers

• true believers must become martyrs

• three different gods make up the trinity

Fearing that Hellenistic influences were weakening their religion, many Jews believed it was important to

• renounce their Roman citizenship

• serve as members of the clergy

• strictly adhere to Jewish laws and traditions

• serve as missionaries

Summarize: What were the historical origins of Christianity, and how did that reflect the development of monotheism in the Roman empire?

Describe: How was work of missionaries vital in the spread of Christianity through the Roman empire?

Identify Main Ideas: What were the central beliefs in Christianity?

Identify:

What was the main role of women in early Christian communities?

Answer explanation

Women serves as teachers, and administrators. Although, they were later barred from any official role, they continued to work as missionares

Describe

What were some of the traditions and customs of early Christian communities?

Answer explanation

When people joined the church, they were baptized. Members were considered equals. Believers met for ceremonies that had both Jewish and Christian elements. They celebrated the sacred rite of the Eucharist