CHRISTIANITY
Christianity was formed in 33 CE. Its place of origin is Palestine. Christianity was developed out of Judaism. It is one of the largest religions in the world.
Classification
The classification for Christianity is monotheism. They only believe in one single god. The god they believe in is Jesus Christ.
Founding Story
Christianity was developed out of Judaism. It was developed out of Judaism in the first century. Christianity was formed out of Jesus' teachings, life, etc.
Key Figures
A key figure in Christianity is Jesus. He is the most influential person in the religion. Another key figure is Abraham. He obeyed Gods commands. Abraham is talked about in the bible.
Guidelines to daily life
1. Follow the the ten commandments
2. Say prayers daily
3. Read the Bible
4. Go to church regularly
5. Help others who need it
2. Say prayers daily
3. Read the Bible
4. Go to church regularly
5. Help others who need it
Sacred Texts
The sacred text is The Holy Bible. The Bible has two parts to it. The two parts of the bible are The Old Testament and The New Testament.
Goals
A goal of Christianity is to be in union with God. Another goal is to be in union with another person. Being in union with God or a person means being in joining with them.
Beliefs about afterlife
Most Christians believe in the existence of heaven and hell. They see heaven as a place where good people go after they die. They also believe that in heaven, you are freed from sin, suffering, and pain. In some of the passages of The New Testament, it describes that hell includes fire. Christians believe that bad people burn in hell forever.
Concept of Higher Power
Jesus is the concept of higher power in Christianity. He is the god that Christians believe in. Jesus formed Christianity.
Key Holidays
Some key holidays include Christmas and Easter. Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus. It is celebrated on December 25. Easter celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus. It is celebrated on a Sunday.
Sites
A site that is holy to Christians is the Jordan River. The Jordan River is where Jesus was baptized. He was baptized by John the Baptist. The Jordan River is located in Israel. Another site that is holy to Christians is the Garden of Gethsemane. The Garden of Gethsemane is where Jesus and his disciples would often pray, The garden is located in Jerusalem.
Symbols
Two symbols in Christianity are the cross and the reverse arc. The cross is worn by many Christians on a necklace. The cross represents Christs death. The reverse arc forms an outline of a fish. The reverse arc represents a Christian gathering place.
Branches
The three main branches of Christianity are Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox.