1.5 The Crucifixion

• When did the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ occur?

  Around 30 CE
• Jesus challenged the religious and political authorities as a Jewish preacher
• What prophecy did Judas' betrayal fulfill?

  Jesus' journey to the cross
• What does Jesus' crucifixion at Golgotha symbolize?

  His sacrifice
• Jesus was a Jewish preacher who challenged the religious and political authorities
• What is the concept of atonement in Christian theology?

  Jesus' death bridges God and humans
• What role did Pontius Pilate hold during Jesus' trial?

  Roman governor of Judea
• Pilate's role in the crucifixion underscores the injustice and suffering
• Carrying the cross symbolizes Jesus' burden and commitment to his mission
• Christians believe that the Crucifixion fulfills prophecies in the Old Testament
• The Roman governor who ordered Jesus to be crucified was Pontius Pilate
• The Crucifixion represents Jesus' sacrificial death to atone for humanity's sins.

  True
• Order the events leading to Jesus' crucifixion according to the Gospels

  1️⃣ Judas' betrayal

  2️⃣ Arrest in Gethsemane

  3️⃣ Trial before Pilate

  4️⃣ Scourging and mocking

  5️⃣ Crucifixion at Golgotha

  6️⃣ Death and burial
• When and where was Jesus crucified according to historical context?

  Jerusalem around 30 CE
• Christians believe Jesus defeated sin and death through his crucifixion.


  True
• Christians believe God demonstrated his love through the Crucifixion.


  True
• What was the Jewish leaders' primary reason for demanding Jesus' execution?

  Threat to their rule
• Pilate was eager to condemn Jesus during the trial.

  False
• Match the symbolism of the crucifixion with its meaning:

  Jesus' sacrificial death ↔️ Atonement for sins

  God's love ↔️ Forgiveness

  Eternal life ↔️ Path opened by Jesus
• The Crucifixion opens the path to eternal life for believers.


  True
• The Crucifixion is considered the central event in Christianity.

  True
• What does the Crucifixion fulfill according to Christian beliefs?

  Old Testament prophecies
• Match the key event of the Crucifixion with its significance:

  Judas' Betrayal ↔️ Fulfills prophecies

  Trial before Pilate ↔️ Demonstrates Pilate's reluctance

  Crucifixion at Golgotha ↔️ Central event of sacrifice
• The trial before Pilate demonstrates his reluctance to condemn Jesus
• The crucifixion narrative is described in all four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.


  True
• Who ordered Jesus to be crucified?

  Pontius Pilate
• Jesus' crucifixion represents his ultimate sacrifice
• Pilate found no fault in Jesus.


  True
• The arrest of Jesus in Gethsemane demonstrates his willingness to face suffering
• The crucifixion at Golgotha is the central event of the narrative.

  True
• Order the key Christian concepts embodied by the Crucifixion based on their logical sequence:

  1️⃣ Atonement

  2️⃣ Redemption

  3️⃣ Sacrifice

  4️⃣ Forgiveness

  5️⃣ Eternal Life