Christianity

Christianity

Christianity is a monotheistic and Abrahamic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, whom adherents believe to be the son of God. According to Christianity Jesus Christ is the savior of humanity phophesied in the Old Testament.

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Hell

Religion; Christianity

The word used in English translations of the Bible for both the Hebrew Sheol (the place of the departed) and the Greek Gehenna (the place of punishment for the wicked after death). In Christian ...

Acolyte

Religion; Christianity

(Greek, "follower"). A lay person, usually a child or young adult, who assist ministers in worship services.

Consubstantiation

Religion; Christianity

A doctrine of the Eucharist associated especially with Martin Luther, according to which the bread and wine and the body and blood of Christ coexist in the elements. Consubstantiation was formulated ...

Catechumen

Religion; Christianity

(Greek katachesis, "instruction). One who is being instructed in the basics of Christian doctrine, usually in preparation for confirmation or baptism.

Kerygma

Religion; Christianity

(Gk. ) Term coined by Rudolf Bultmann to indicate the essential message (or gospel) of the New Testament church.

Ecumenical council

Religion; Christianity

A council of the Christian church at which representatives from several regions are present. To be distinguished from a "synod," which is a meeting of the local church.