Christianity

Christianity

-Monotheistic religion -Originated from Judaism -Location= Roman Empire where it was the dominant religion -Based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth (New Testament) and the Old Testament -Beliefs
 * Jesus is the son of God
 * A trinity consists of
 * Jesus (son)
 * God (father)
 * and the Holy Spirit
 * Salvation
 * can be achieved by getting rid of original sin (Baptism) and living a moral life free from indulgences
 * Jesus "saved " us by dying... now heaven is open for eternal life after death

-When Europe fell into the dark ages, it became the primary religion and many people were "Christianized" - Worship includes direct prayer with God and Saints, and the practice of Sacraments