Vocabulary
Short stories that help people understand difficult ideas
parable
How did Jesus's teachings fit into Judaism?
(Jesus of Nazareth)
upheld Judaism's main beliefs
official church teaching
doctrine
What was the result of the second Jewish Revolt?
(Life under Roman Rule)
Romans defeated Jews
Jews forced out of Jerusalem
Moved to other areas
What does Mrs. Chamberlain say when something is good?
Cool cool cool, coo coo cachoo
the act of being saved from the effects of wrong doing
salvation
Why did Romans feel threatened by Jesus?
(crucifixion)
Threat to their power and governement
regular church members
Laity
Who were apostles?
(The Apostles)
Early Christians leaders who spread the teachings of Jesus after his death
What 2 sports do I coach?
Softball, volleyball
coming back from the dead
resurrection
What did Jesus teach?
(Jesus of Nazareth)
parables, love God, love each other, God is coming to rule
Levels of authority
hierarchy
Cause: The Romans had a network of roads throughout their empire
(Christianity Spreads-Cause/Effect)
Effect: travel safe and easy & interaction with others=spreading ideas
What is my favorite thing to do in class
Christian leader who spread the message of Jesus
apostle
Why did the Roman's arrest Jesus?
(crucifixion)
feared uprising
accused Jesus of disloyalty
Bishop of Rome--head of Catholic Church
Pope
Why did Constantine convert to Christianity?
(Emperor Constantine)
He had a dream of a flaming cross
How old am I?
29
Willing to die versus give up beliefs
Martyr
Who is Jesus?
(Jesus of Nazareth)
Preached in Galilee and Judaea with his disciples
Church officials
Clergy
(Hierarchy of the Early Christian Church)
Am I the oldest, middle, or youngest sister in my family
middle