Defining the Faith
This formal statement of Christian beliefs includes the Nicene and Apostles’ versions.
What is a Creed
This Roman emperor legalized Christianity in the Roman Empire
Who is Constantine
This practice involves self-denial and strict discipline for spiritual growth.
What is Asceticism
A gathering of church leaders to decide major theological issues.
What is an Ecumenical Council
The centuries are numbered in this way (e.g., the 4th century includes these years)
What is 301-400 AD
This doctrine teaches that God exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
What is the Trinity
Early Christian thinkers who defended the faith against criticism.
Who are Apologists
The Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, often abbreviated as LXX.
What is the Septuagint
This term refers to the core beliefs that early Christians used to determine orthodoxy.
What is the Rule of Faith
A religious image used for veneration in Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
What is an icon
The process of societies converting to Christianity, often through missionary work or state support.
What is Christianization?)
A church leader responsible for overseeing a diocese
What is a Bishop
Physical objects or remains of saints that are venerated.
What are Relics?
This major division in 1054 split the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches.
What is the Great Schism
A series of wars between Christians and Muslims for control of the Holy Land
What are the Crusades
This term refers to the officially recognized books of the Bible.
What is the Canon
A person who dies for their Christian faith.
What is a Martyr
This term refers to non-Muslims living under Islamic rule with protections but certain restrictions.
What is Dhimmi
The Arian controversy led to this council in 325 AD.
What is the Council of Nicaea?
The process by which Christianity spread through Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
What is Christianization
A belief that Jesus was created and not fully divine, condemned at the Council of Nicaea.
What is Arianism
This term refers to the leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
Who is the Pope
The belief that God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ.
What is the incarnation
This movement led to people withdrawing from society to live in religious communities focused on prayer and work.
What is Monasticism
The Edict of Milan, issued by Constantine, had this major impact on Christianity.
What is legalizing Christianity