Origins of Judaism
Who is the founder of Judaism?
Abraham
How did Jesus die?
Crucifixion
What is the most important belief in Judaism and Christianity?
Monotheism
What are the 'three persons' in the Holy Trinity?
The father, the son, the Holy Spirit
As a young man, Jesus followed what religious teaching?
Judaism
Who is considered a disciple?
Jesus's followers
Jesus was the son of God
This person chose the holy city of both Judaism and Christianity. WHO was this, and WHAT is the city?
David, Jerusalem
Where was Abraham born?
Ur in Mesopotamia
What are the 10 Commandments?
A set of laws for Jews to follow every day
What are 2 main teachings of Jesus?
Love and forgiveness
According to Christian belief, Jesus died for what purpose?
To pay for the sins of all people
Name 3 DIFFERENT groups of people Jesus believed could enter Heaven...
The sick, the poor, powerful leaders, criminals, sinners, generous rich people ...
What is the story Moses is best known for?
Exodus out of Egypt
What was the name of the Philistine that young David defeated? HOW did he defeat this Philistine?
Goliath, with a stone and a slingshot
Jewish leaders were threatened by Jesus because he himself claimed to be what?
The son of God
The Gospels are found in what book of the Bible?
The New Testament
According to this belief, Jesus was the Chosen One the Jews had been waiting for. WHAT is this belief, and EXPLAIN what this title means?
Jesus is the Messiah
The Messiah is sent from God to save the world
What is the relationship between the Torah and the Bible?
The Torah is included in first part of the Bible
Who built the First Temple in Jerusalem?
King Solomon
Jesus is considered what figure in Christianity, but NOT in Judaism?
The Messiah
How did Christianity spread throughout the Mediterranean?
By people telling others about Jesus and his teachings (like Saul & other missionaries)
HOW did Jesus THREATEN Jewish beliefs?
- He claimed to be the Son of God
- He worked on the Sabbath (day of religious observation)
- He made peace with sinners
Which disciple betrayed Jesus? How did he betray Jesus?
Judas, he revealed Jesus's location to Roman rulers
What are the 3 names for the Jewish Promised Land? (Modern name, Ancient name, Roman name)
Israel, Canaan, Palestine
How long did the Israelites travel in the desert for? (Going from Egypt to Israel)
40 years
What is the name of the event involving Jesus and his disciples the night before his crucifixion?
The Last Supper
How did Jesus attract his followers?
- Performing miracles
- Relating parables (stories that taught lessons by using examples from everyday life)
- Communion (times of togetherness, meals and conversations about salvation)
Name AT LEAST 3 miracles Christians believe Jesus performed.
Healing (blind, sickness, broken limbs), walking on water, turning water into wine, raises people from the dead, multiplies fish
Name the holiday that celebrates the Jewish New Year.
Rosh Hashanah
What did Moses and Abraham have in common?
- Both led the Hebrews on long journeys
- Both are prophets of Judaism, and are recognized in Christianity/Islam as well
- Both made covenants with God
Why did the Ancient Israelites have to leave Canaan?
There was a famine
Name both holidays:
- The day Jesus DIED
- The day Jesus was RESURRECTED
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
This happened on the third day after his execution, according to the Gospels.
Jesus was resurrected
What basic beliefs do Christians and Jews share?
- Believe in one God
- Abraham & Moses = major prophets
- 10 Commandments
- People should love God and love others.
Why is Jesus a Messiah, but Moses is a prophet?
Ms. L, do we accept?