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Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will begin their study of Christianity by examining some of the key beliefs of this worldview. They will focus on concepts of God, Trinity, Creation and the story and role of Jesus as incarnation and means of salvation.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain Christian belief in resurrection and the importance and influence of this belief for Christians today.

Key Notes

• Resurrection refers to being raised from the dead.
• Many Christians believe that Jesus' resurrection is proof that resurrection is possible in the afterlife.
• Christian beliefs about resurrection originate from the Bible, and are supported by later Christian sources.
• The belief in resurrection can influence the thoughts and actions of individual Christians and Christian communities.

Vocabulary To Learn

• afterlife: what follows the physical life on earth; life after death
• influence: the ability to shape and change someone's thoughts, beliefs, or actions
• resurrection: being raised from the dead; the form that many Christians believe the afterlife will take, referring to either physical or spritual bodies

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Christians believe that Jesus will be the only person to resurrect.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

More Lessons In This Unit

• Beliefs about the afterlife: heaven and hell Study Guide
• Beliefs about the afterlife: judgement Study Guide
• Creation in Genesis Study Guide
• Different Christian interpretations of creation Study Guide
• Jesus as the incarnation Study Guide
• Means of salvation Study Guide
• Sin Study Guide
• The crucifixion of Jesus Study Guide
• The nativity and Jesus as the son of God Study Guide
• The nature of God Study Guide
• The problem of evil and suffering Study Guide
• The resurrection and ascension Study Guide
• The role of Jesus in salvation Study Guide
• The Trinity Study Guide