Year 10 - Religious education
The crucifixion of Jesus
Christianity: Beliefs
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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 beliefs surrounding Jesus' crucifixion and the importance and influence of these beliefs.
Key Notes
- Crucifixion was a Roman method of execution and refers to Jesus' death on the cross.
- Jesus was accused of blasphemy by the Jewish leaders, and they wanted to arrest him as a criminal.
- Judas, one of Jesus' twelve disciples, betrayed Jesus on the night of Passover and the Last Supper.
- The Gospels record Jesus' crucifixion with some variations, but all confirm his death on the cross.
- Most Christians believe that the crucifixion was the ultimate sacrifice, leading to salvation and atonement.
Vocabulary To Learn
- atonement: the belief that reconciliation between God and humanity was brought about by the death of Jesus as a sacrifice
- betrayal/betrayed: to break a persons' trust or confidence
- crucifixion: the death of Jesus; a form of the death penalty used by the Romans
- disciples: a follower of Jesus; commonly used to refer to the twelve chosen followers of Jesus during his lifetime
- salvation: being saved; belief that through God's grace, Jesus' death and resurrection brought about salvation for humanity
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Jesus did not suffer during his crucifixion.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Crucifixion was a Roman method of execution and refers to Jesus' death on the cross. Jesus was accused of blasphemy by the Jewish leaders, and they wanted to arrest him as a criminal.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'atonement'
the belief that reconciliation between God and humanity was brought about by the death of Jesus as a sacrifice.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Jesus did not suffer during his crucifixion. Correction: The Gospels recall Jesus crying out loudly during his crucifixion, which many Christians interpret as a sign of Jesus' pain.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Beliefs about the afterlife: heaven and hell Study Guide
- Beliefs about the afterlife: judgement Study Guide
- Beliefs about the afterlife: resurrection 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 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
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