TCI Lesson 2 Christianity

Christianity is an extension of what religion?

• Judaism
• Buddhism
• Hinduism
• Shintoism

Christianity and Judaism both believe in one god which is called...

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Atheistic

• Agnostic

Where was the birthplace of Christianity?

• Christianity was born in Egypt, right near the ancient pyramids.

• Christianity was founded in modern day Saudi Arabia. Its two holiest cities are Mecca and Medina.

• Christianity was born in America. It was adapted from Native American religions.

• A territory at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea. Romans called it Judea. It was once a part of the ancient Kingdom of Israel.

The first Christian Roman Emperor was...

• Diocletian
• Theodosius
• Constantine
• Justinian

What did Jesus teach that God wanted his followers to do?

• They are to read our Bible five times each day.
• They are to pray five times a day facing Jerusalem.
• Since God created and loved all people, they are to love God and one another.
• They are to travel to Jerusalem at least once in their lifetime.

The holy book of the Christians is called the...

• Torah
• Old Testament
• Holy Bible
• Psalms and Proverbs

What were Jesus' 12 followers who traveled with him called?

• Apostles
• Disciples
• Commanders
• Helpers

What were Jesus' stories called that were from everyday life to explain the idea Jesus taught?

• Proverbs
• Verses
• Sayings
• Parables

Who is the founder of Christianity?

• Abraham
• Paul
• Peter
• Jesus

According to the New Testament, what happened to Jesus three days after his crucifixion by the Romans?

• Jesus died and was cremated.  His ashes were spread in a cave. 
• Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to his disciples.  This is know as the Resurrection.
• Jesus was buried in a local cemetery and he received a never-ending line of visitors.
• Jesus was baptized after his death.  Christians believe this is why he is the Savior.