8-4 Religious education

short answers

100

What is a pilgrimage?

A pilgrimage is a special journey to a holy place for religious or spiritual reasons. People go to pray, seek blessings, or strengthen their faith.

200

List any TWO Christian holy places you have studied and outline their significance to the Christian faith.

Jerusalem:

• his is believed to be the site where Jesus was crucified, buried, and resurrected.
• It is a major pilgrimage site for Christians, symbolizing Jesus' sacrifice and victory over death.

and Bethlehem :

• This is traditionally recognized as the birthplace of Jesus Christ.
• It represents the fulfillment of biblical prophecy and the beginning of Jesus’ mission on Earth.

plan of a mosque

100

The semi-circular structure on top of the mosque.

dome

200

 The tall tower from which the call to prayer is announced.

Minaret

300

The niche in the wall that shows the direction of Mecca

Mihrab