christianity

• What is the largest world religion by number of followers?

  Christianity
• How many followers does Christianity have approximately?

  Around 2.4 billion
• What do Christians generally believe about Jesus Christ?

  They believe he is the Son of God and the second person of the Trinity
• What type of religion is Christianity classified as?

  Abrahamic monotheistic religion
• What are the roots of Christianity?

  It has its roots in Judaism
• Who was Jesus Christ's earthly father?

  Joseph
• How was Jesus executed?

  He was crucified under Pontius Pilate
• What part of the Bible contains the life and followers of Jesus?

  The New Testament
• What are the Gospels in Christianity?

  They are the first four books of the New Testament about Jesus' life, death, and resurrection
• Who do Christians believe Jesus is in relation to God?

  He is the Son of God
• What do Christians believe about Jesus' resurrection?

  They believe he rose from the dead to free humans from sin
• What is the Holy Spirit in Christianity?

  The spirit of God on Earth that spoke through prophets
• How did Christianity begin?

  As a Jewish sect in the eastern Mediterranean
• What was the first nation to adopt Christianity as its official religion?

  Armenia
• What significant event occurred in the 4th Century regarding Christianity?

  It became the dominant religion in the Roman Empire
• How did Christianity spread after the Age of Discovery?

  Through missionary work and colonization
• What is the basic belief of Christianity regarding Jesus?

  He is the Son of God and Messiah
• What does the title "Messiah" mean?

  Anointed one
• How do Christians view the nature of Jesus?

  As God incarnate, true God and true man
• What is the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection in Christianity?

  It allows sinful humans to be reconciled to God
• What do the Gospels of Matthew and Luke say about Jesus' conception?

  He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born from the Virgin Mary
• What is the main event in Christian faith according to 1 Corinthians 15?

  The resurrection of Jesus
• How do Christians commemorate Jesus' death and resurrection?

  During Holy Week, especially on Good Friday and Easter Sunday
• What does Protestantism teach about eternal salvation?

  It is a gift given by God's grace
• What are the key beliefs of Christianity regarding Jesus Christ?

  • Jesus is the Son of God and the Messiah
  • He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary
  • He died on the cross for humanity's sins
  • He rose from the dead on the third day
  • He will return to judge the living and the dead
• What are the main events in the life of Jesus according to the New Testament?

  1. Baptism
  2. Teaching and preaching
  3. Performing miracles
  4. Crucifixion
  5. Resurrection
  6. Ascension to heaven
• What are the historical developments of Christianity from its inception to the present?

  • Began as a Jewish sect in the eastern Mediterranean
  • Became the dominant religion in the Roman Empire by the 4th Century
  • Armenia was the first nation to adopt Christianity officially
  • Spread globally through missionary work and colonization
  • Approximately 2.2 billion followers in the early 21st century
• What does the New Testament say about Jesus' death and resurrection?

  Jesus was crucified, died, buried, and rose from the dead on the third day.
• On which day do most Christians commemorate Jesus' death?

  Friday
• How many days after Jesus' death did he rise from the dead?

  Three days
• Who did Jesus appear to after rising from the dead?

  His Twelve Apostles and disciples, and more than five hundred brethren at once.
• What is Holy Week in Christianity?

  It is the week that includes Good Friday and Easter Sunday, remembering Jesus' death and resurrection.
• What does Protestantism teach about eternal salvation?

  It is a gift given by God's grace, often referred to as "unmerited favor."
• How does Protestantism's view of salvation differ from Catholicism's?

  Protestantism emphasizes salvation by grace through faith, while Catholicism emphasizes faith working through love and sacraments.
• What is the Catholic belief regarding baptism and salvation?

  Most Catholics believe one must be baptized to be saved.
• What role do good works play in Catholicism's view of salvation?

  Good works and piety are important, but salvation is ultimately through God's grace alone.
• What is the significance of the First Council of Nicaea in Christianity?

  It developed and formalized the doctrine of the Trinity.
• What is Trinitarianism?

  It is the belief that God exists as three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
• How do different Christian denominations view the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?

  Some say the Spirit comes only from the Father, while others say it comes from both the Father and the Son.
• What do Christians believe about the afterlife and judgment?

  They believe in judgment from God, leading to either eternal life or eternal damnation.