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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 about the resurrection and ascension of Jesus including the importance and influence of these beliefs today.

Key Notes

• The resurrection refers to Jesus coming back to life after his crucifixion.
• The Gospels state that Jesus' tomb was found empty, with differing accounts of his first appearance.
• The ascension refers to Jesus going up into heaven 40 days after he resurrected.
• Many Christians view the resurrection and ascension as proof of the afterlife.
• The resurrection and ascension are important to many Christians today and impact their beliefs and actions

Vocabulary To Learn

• ascension: going or being taken up; the event forty days after the resurrection when Jesus returned to glory in heaven
• the resurrection: the event three days after the crucifixion when it is believed that God raised Jesus from the dead
• salvation: being saved; belief that through God's grace, Jesus' death and resurrection brought about salvation for humanity

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Jesus ascended immediately after his resurrection.

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
• 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 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 role of Jesus in salvation Study Guide
• The Trinity Study Guide