Beliefs
What is the primary source of authority for Protestant Christians?
The Bible
What is the practice of communion or Eucharist, and how does it differ among the religions?
Communion, or the Eucharist, is the practice of partaking of bread and wine, believed to be the body and blood of Jesus Christ. It is practiced widely but differences around the type of bread are common, as well as the belief of Catholic transubstantiation
What is the significance of the cross in Christianity?
The cross is the most prominent symbol in Christianity, representing Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.
What is the primary sacred text of Christianity?
The Bible
Which religion has the largest number of adherents worldwide?
Christianity
Which religion emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation?
Pentecostalism
Which religion emphasizes the use of icons in worship?
Orthodox
Which religion is associated with the symbol of the fish?
Early Christians used the symbol of the fish as a secret sign of their faith.
Which religion places a strong emphasis on the Apocrypha?
Catholic and Orthodox
Which religion was founded by Martin Luther?
Protestantism
What is the doctrine of the Trinity? Name two religions that adhere to it.
The doctrine of the Trinity states that God exists as three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is adhered to by Anglican, Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant religions.
What is the role of baptism in these religions, and how does it differ?
Baptism is considered a sacrament or rite of initiation in all five religions. However, the specific beliefs and practices surrounding baptism vary. For example, the Catholic and Orthodox churches practice infant baptism, while Protestant denominations often practice believer's baptism.
Early Christians used the symbol of the fish as a secret sign of their faith.
The dove is often associated with the Holy Spirit in Christian symbolism.
What is the most widely used English translation of the Bible?
King James Version
True or False: Catholics believe in transubstantiation
True
Which religion places a strong emphasis on the Seven Sacraments?
Catholic
Which religion places a strong emphasis on glossolalia, or speaking in tongues?
Pentecostal
Which religion uses the symbol of the Orthodox cross?
Orthodox Christianity
Which religion has a strong tradition of biblical exegesis?
Protestant
True or False: There is only one Protestant denomination
False: It is a broad umbrella term encompassing a variety of denominations with differing theological beliefs and practices
What is the concept of sola fide, and which religion is associated with it?
Sola fide is the doctrine of justification by faith alone, and it is associated with Protestant Christianity.
What is the practice of confession, and which religions practice it?
Confession is the practice of acknowledging one's sins to a priest or spiritual leader, who then offers absolution. It is practiced in the Catholic and Orthodox churches.
What is the significance of the chalice in Christian symbolism?
The chalice is a symbol of the Eucharist, representing the cup used by Jesus at the Last Supper.
What is the Septuagint, and which religion uses it?
The Septuagint is a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, primarily used by the Orthodox Church.
True or False: The Pope is the authoritative head for all Christians
False