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Omnipotent Omnipresent Omniscient Eternal Merciful Justice Immanent Transcendent Predestination Beneficence Benevolent Free Will Resurrection Day of Judgement Sin Fairness Faith Revelation Heaven The 6 Articles of Faith (Sunni) The Five Roots & One God (Shi’a) Tawhid - Belief in the oneness 1. One God -Tawhid of God Holy Books 2. Divine Justice - Adalat – Breaking Tawhid Prophets 3. Prophethood - Nubuwat Inshallah – If Allah wills it Day of Judgement 4. Belief in Imams -Imamate Omnipotent Predestination 5. The - Al- Omnipresent 99 Ma’ad Omniscient Eternal Merciful How does Which beliefs are the same and Just Tawhid Which of these beliefs is the most which are different to Sunni Immanent affect the important ? ? Transcendent life of a How does each of these beliefs Which belief is the most Creator Muslim? affect the lives of a Muslim? divisive? Why? Benevolent BELIEFS BELIEFS BELIEFS Angels Predestination What they are? Qadr. God has foreknowledge and control over a Light. Allah’s workers , mortal, hidden from person’s destiny. us Free will. A person's ability to choose how to act. What they do? Is it possible to believe in both predestination and free Worship Allah .Do what he says . Take If humans change their fate, will? What is recorded in the Allah’s word to man. then Allah would have made book of life is based on Jibra’il. God ‘s messenger. Qur’an . Mary & a mistake. Allah cannot what you chose to do. God Isa. In the Bible. Mika’il. Bible. Weigh the make a mistake, so a human knew you would make souls. Weather crops and food. First to bow being cannot do anything to take that choice, but you to . –Trumpet. Izrail of change his fate. did not CONCLUSION CONCLUSION Death. Maalik Hell-fire. Ridwan . Human beings cannot have Human beings can have Raqib right /good. Atid left/evil free will. free will.

Day of Judgement Heaven and Hell Human Accountability What? End of the world. Akhirah. Life after death What a human should Who? Ummah. Just ruler. . "separation" or "barrier“ do to ensure that they People who pray, go to the between the world and heaven will reach paradise? , give to charity, worship the soul waits for the day of The 5 Pillars of Sunni Islam in private. BELIEVE IN ONE GOD Judgement. The 10 branches of Shi’a Islam When? Trumpet, Earth flat, . Hell Follow the Qur’an and oceans flood, seas fire. Stars put Jannat. Paradise or Heaven. out Heaven split open. At any Struggle to be a good Muslim time. and help others to be one too Reaction? Niyyah No friendship, Act with the correct intention Sell family. Only Khalifah concern is for How does the Qur’an describe Look after the world we live in yourself Jahannam and Jannat? and the people who live in it. Prophets Other Holy Books Mohammed Prophecy/Risallah. Messages Match Them! Who? Last , Seal of the Prophets. When? AD 570. Where? Saudi Arabia sent by God. These are the sayings of Mohammed. Teachings? One God . D of J, H and H. Equality. Prophet/Rasul. Messanger given Rule of law, women's rights, no slavery. This is the record of the teachings, Laylat ul Qadr – Night of Power. Mt. Hira, Cave NEW messager/teaching . deeds and sayings of Mohammed. Angel Jibra’il, Qur’an, Recite, Fear. Nabi. Messenger of Allah, but not The revelations Ibrahim received. Complete the Table new teachings. They were written down by him. The Five Major Prophets. Nuh, The holy book of Dowd. It comes Ibrahim, Musa, Isa , Mohammed. from an word meaning Isa Islam Christian psalm/melody. Prophet Y N This is the revelation by God to Musa, Virgin Birth Y Y on . It is the first five books of the Old Testament. Crucified N Y Resurrected N Y This is the original of In Greek it means "glad tidings" or Son of God NO YES "good news", AUTHORITY AUTHORITY AUTHORITY

Adam and Ibrahim The Qur’an The Imamate Adam Imam Sunni leader of congregational Language Length and Origins . was given understanding by God. and Style Layout prayer. Shi’as Ali and his eleven Mount Hira . was taught all the names of things by Allah. Arabic. Chapter- descendants. Cave In Salat Verse-Ayah . brought sin into the world. Word of God Ali In worship “In the name . is known as the father of the human race. Angel Jibra’il First Imam. His sons Hasan and Husayn Right to of Allah …” Recite/Read . was made from thedust of the earth. Left 114 surah continue the line until the Twelfth, who is Fear Al Fatihah=1 . was deceived by . Surah 96 believed will return on judgment day with Long to short. . was the first man. 620 CE Jesus (Isa). Ibrahim Importance AKA The , Mahdi, or (chosen . was asked by Allah to sacrifice son Ismail . Use Last/Final one/saviour). Word of God . threw stones to drive away the that Read it often * Lived with the prophet from age 6 Ali Salat Prayer- Guide to Life tempted him to disobey Allah. Treatment Al Fatihah Right/wrong * Was the first person to make Shahadah. Wudu . is remembered at Eid ul Adha 30 sections Guide to Cover Head * Slept in 's bed when men Month of heaven . wanted to know who created the universe. High Shelf plotted to stab Muhammad. Advice . is believed to be one of Mohammed’s Not Floor Hafiz Comfort * He fought in all battles with Muhammad. Full Ancestors. Birth/Death Meditation. * Husband of Mohammed’s daughter, attention . rebuilt the Ka’ba. Marriages . Wrap Fatima. Eid ul Fitr FESTIVAL Eid ul Adha When? When? After fasting during Ramadan Other Festivals At the end of (Dhul Hijja) Why? Laylat – ul - Qadr S Why? Celebrate successful fast What? - the night when the Qur’an was first Festival of sacrifice to Muhammad. Share with the poor What am I willing to give up for Allah? How? spend the night in prayer, Connect with the Ummah Connect with the Ummah reading from the Qur’an. How? Ashura Examine your own conscience They visit their relatives and friends, What? - The day when left his ark, How? wearing their best clothes. saved the from the Those who can afford it will buy a The well off give money to the poor Egyptians. Shi’a - martyrdom of Hussein, a special Id sacrifice and share it with Attend special prayers in or around the grandson of the Prophet. the poor. mosque. How? – Processions, the Ka’ba is opened for Attend special prayers in or around visitors , fast for two days. the mosque. They visit their relatives Mawlid Which do you think is and friends, wearing their best What? - Muhammad’s birthday. 12th Rabi ul clothes. the most serious of the – Awwal around 570 CE. two Id festivals? Explain How? - Some Muslims Only. Processions, tell Do you know the story of your reasons. stories and poems about Muhammad. Ibrahim and Isma’il? Islam: Beliefs and Authority

Adalat Adam Allah Akhirah Angels Authority

The 5 Roots (Usul ad-Din) The Gospel

Human accountability Human freedom

Human responsibility Ibrahim The imamate Islam Jibril Muslim Muhammad The Night of Power Risallah Predestination Prophethood The Qur’an

The Scrolls of

Shia Islam

Surah

Sunni Islam Tawhid

Torah One God How? Why? “There is no god but Allah

and Muhammed is his messenger”. Salah

• Belief in one God is called SHahadah - Face towards Makkah and monotheism. make the intention to pray. • Muslims recite the Shahadah Qiyaam - Stand before God The Almighty.. every day during Salat and the They glorify God and asking for His protection. Adhan. Ruku - bowing. During ruku, Muslims says • Muslims recite the Shahadah 'glory be to God, the Most Great‘. in Arabic - Means to prostrate or bow low • before God . Intercession You can become a Muslim by Tashahhud - .ask God for forgiveness and Petition saying this honestly mercy, and to bless them and their Thanksgiving How do children until the Day of Judgement. • Said at birth (whispered into Adoration Muslims Salam - 'Peace be upon you, said to the Confession the babies ear). Angels which Muslims believe to record prepare for Du’a • Said at death and funerals. their actions. prayer? PRACTICES PRACTICES PRACTICES Differences Charity Fasting 1. Shi’a pray three times a day and How? When? Ramadan. 29-30 days. Daylight combine prayers . Sunni Muslims pray Zakah is giving 2.5% of your annual How? No food ,drink, smoking , sex during

five times Income. Shared with to those in need. hours of daylight. No bad thoughts, live

Salah 2. Sunni Muslims fold their arms . Shia’a Payed annually at Eid-ul-Fitr a good life , pray ,attend mosque Saum Muslims do not fold their arms Gold, silver and livestock are taxed Who? All healthy, adult Muslims. 3. Sunni Muslims touch their heads to Why? Who Not? Sick, old, under 10 , the ground. Shia Muslims use a wooden All wealth belongs to Allah. travellers , mentally ill, pregnant, women block or tablet of clay to rest their heads. Giving to the poor supports the Ummah. on periods. 4. Shi’a Muslims do not use of word Amen Almsgiving makes the giver’s wealth ‘pure’ Breaking Fast Bad thoughts or actions , bad whereas Sunni Muslims must. Giving money is a way to worship Allah. Niyyah. Men and Women Sadaqah – Giving money voluntarily because Differences Summer /winter, Hot / cold. you want to help. Why? Nisab - minimum amount that a Muslim Part of the ummah must have to give zakat Understand the poor and starving Test your self Khums – Shi’a Payment of 20% of annual Sacrifice for Allah surplus income. Say thank you for the Qur’an.

Hajj 1 Hajj 2 Jihad Pligrimage to the Ka’ba, Mecca Actions Meaning Lesser Jihad the struggle to build a good When? 8th – 12th Dhul Hijja Marwa and Safa Hajar ran to find Muslim society that is fair and treats people Why? 5th Pillar, Mohammed did this, Run 7X between 2 water for Isma’il. equally. It also involves Holy War (the Sins forgiven, Rebuilt built by Ibrahim, hills. God will provide. struggle to defend against oppression; with

Holiest place in Islam Arafat force if necessary).

Hajj Hajj Actions Meaning Stand 9th Dhul Hijja Mohammed Last Iharm Put on white Purity Equality Dawn to dusk praying sermon . Adam Plain clothes, wash, before God. for forgiveness. forgiven. Pilgrims MUST BE DONE no jewellery. Ummah. sins are forgiven Which Jihad Mina Circling should you Throw 7 stones at Circle the Ka’ba 7X Following Drive away devil and do first? 3 pillars or “jamra” anti clockwise. Mohammed temptations. Ibrahim Why? tempted when Raise right hand. Sent from heaven. sacrificing Ismail. Greater Jihad the personal spiritual struggle or effort of every Muslim to follow the Try to kiss or touch Black with sins. Why is Hajj such an Zam Zam teachings of Allah in their own lives e.g. important event in the life overcoming things such as anger greed, Collect water take Found by Hajar/ of a Muslim and what does home for the sick, pride and hatred; forgiving someone who Ishma’I .God is life it teach them? wash, dip shrouds. when all is lost. has hurt them; working for social justice. Islam: Practices

Ablution Arafat Ashura Fasting The Five Pillars Friday Prayer Giving alms Greater jihad Hajj/ Pilgrimage Id ul-Adha Id ul-Fitr Jummah The Ka’aba Khums Lesser jihad Makkah Mina Mosque Ra’akahs Ramadan Recitations Salah Sawm Shahadah The Ten Obligatory Acts Zakah Wudu Important Quotations from the Qur’an. Surah 1 Al Fatihah – The Opening 1. In the name of God, the Gracious, the Merciful. 2. Praise be to God, Lord of the Worlds. 3. The Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. 4. Master of the Day of Judgment. 5. It is You we worship, and upon You we call for help. 6. Guide us to the straight path. 7. The path of those You have blessed, not of those against whom there is anger, nor of those who are misguided. Surah 2:183 – 4 183. O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you, as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become righteous. 184. For a specified number of days. But whoever among you is sick, or on a journey, then a number of other days. For those who are able: a ransom of feeding a needy person. But whoever volunteers goodness, it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew. Surah 4:116 116. God will not forgive that partners be associated with Him; but will forgive anything less than that, to whomever He wills. Anyone who ascribes partners to God has strayed into far error. Surah 37: 43 – 48. and they will be honored. 43. In the Gardens of Bliss. 44. On furnishings, facing one another. 45. They will be offered a cup of pure drink. 46. White; a delight to those who drink. 47. Never polluted, and never intoxicating. Surah 96:1-5 – The Clot In the name of God, the Gracious, the Merciful. 1. Say, "He is God, the One. 2. God, the Absolute. 3. He begets not, nor was He begotten. 4. And there is nothing comparable to Him." Surah 112 - Monothiesm In the name of God, the Gracious, the Merciful. 1. Say, "He is God, the One. 2. God, the Absolute. 3. He begets not, nor was He begotten. 4. And there is nothing comparable to Him." Muslim Beliefs

1. Which one of the following best describes Akhirah? (1)

A. Predestination B. Pilgrimage C. Life after Death D. Intention

2. Name two angels other than Jibra’il. (2)

3. Explain two ways in which the Muslim belief in Allah's omniscience influences Muslims today. (4)

4. Explain two Muslim teachings about the day of judgement. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “ It is possible for a Muslim to believe in predestination AND free will.”

• Refer to Muslim teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

In your RE exam, you will have to do 1 set of questions on Muslim beliefs, 1 set of questions on Muslim practices, 1 set of questions on Christian beliefs and 1 set of questions on Christian practices.

You will have 1 hour 45 minutes (roughly 25 minutes per page of questions). Muslim Beliefs

1. Which one of the following best describes Risallah? (1)

A. Prophecy B. Pilgrimage C. Justice D. Tawhid

2. Name two of the Six Articles of Faith of Sunni Islam. (2)

3. Explain two ways in which prophethood influences Muslims today. (4)

4 Explain two Muslim teachings about Heaven and Hell. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “The best way of understanding God is to describe God as transcendent .”

• Refer to Muslim teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. Muslim Practices

1. How many obligatory acts are there in Shi’a Islam? (1)

A. 5 B. 7 C. 10 D. 12

2. Give two places pilgrims visit while on Hajj. (2)

3. Explain two ways in which a belief in the importance of prayer influences Muslims today. (4)

4. Explain two Muslim beliefs about the importance of festivals. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “ Shahdah is the most important pillar of Islam”

• Refer to Muslim teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. Muslim Practices

1. Which of the following is NOT one of the ? (1)

A. Sawm B. Hajj C. Akhirah D. Zakat

2. Name two prophets in Islam. (2)

3. Explain how Muslims celebrate two festivals. (4)

4. Explain two contrasting ways in which Muslims give money to charity. Refer to Muslim teaching in your answer. (5)

5. “ Hajj is the best way for a Muslim to get closer to God”

• Refer to Muslim teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. The Nature of God Creation of the Earth Immortality (life after death) Omnipotent- all powerful Genesis 1 describes the creation believe they will be Benevolent- all loving of the earth in six days, with judged on their actions and Omniscient- all knowing God resting on the seventh their belief (works and faith). Just- fair John 1 mysteriously describes After death, their bodies will be Christians believe in only ONE how the Logos (the Word) resurrected when Jesus God who exists in three forms- creates the universe. The Logos returns. The Trinity is believed to be Jesus. They will be judged by God, as God the Father, God the Son, described in the last book of God the the Bible (Revelation).

What are the similarities and differences between Genesis 1 How can Christians believe in a and John 1? What does the Parable of the just, loving, powerful God who Might some people not believe Sheep and Goats say about the allows suffering? Genesis 1 is literally true? afterlife? What are heaven and hell like? BELIEFS BELIEFS BELIEFS The Incarnation Jesus’ Crucifixion Christians believe Jesus is God in human Christians believe Jesus’ death on a cross 2000 years ago form. is a historical event which saves them from sin and death. Christians believe Jesus is 100% human and Jesus was killed for blasphemy (claiming he was the Son 100% God. He was born as a seemingly of God) and because the rulers believed he was a threat. ordinary baby with an extraordinary purpose- to save the world from their sins. Punishment for His mother Mary was a virgin and she was sin= death made pregnant by the Holy Spirit. How does the belief in the Adam commits incarnation affect Christians? original sin. Jesus takes the What evidence in the Bible is there punishment for that Jesus is God in human form? all humans Jesus’ Resurrection Jesus’ Ascension Different Christian Groups 3 days after his death 40 days after his resurrection, Christians can be split into Jesus ascended to heaven, in front three main denominations: Jesus comes back to life of his disciples. Roman Catholic, Orthodox and Jesus encouraged his disciples to Protestant. All Christians can Demonstrates God’s power over continue to spread the good news be split into liberal (open to death about him, baptise people and new interpretations) and make more disciples. fundamental (believe the Bible Confirms Jesus was truly God as literally). only God has power over death What are the main similarities differences between the Christians have hope that they denominations? too will one day resurrect from Why is it important for Christians the dead. that Jesus ascended to heaven and is now there, not earth? Worship Prayer Baptism Worship is giving thanks and Communicating with God can be Since Jesus himself was praise to God. done in various ways.... baptised, Christians take part in Private: Private prayers, hymns, Set prayer: prayers with set baptism in different ways. meditation, reading the Bible etc. words, written the Church or Infant baptism: Roman Liturgical: Using set words and from the Bible (e.g. The Lord’s Catholics, Orthodox and some actions e.g. The Eucharist, Roman Prayer= Our Father). Protestants baptise babies Catholic Mass. Extempore prayer: free-form Adult or believer’s baptism: Non-liturgical: worshipping more prayers which are made up by Some Protestants (such as spontaneously and informally the one praying. Baptists) baptise teenagers and without set words e.g. Baptist or Private prayer: prayers said adults. Quaker services. alone, not out loud. What is the meaning behind baptism? List the advantages and List the advantages and What are the advantages disadvantages of each type disadvantages of each type and disadvantages of each of worship. of prayer? type? PRACTICES PRACTICES The Eucharist/ Holy Communion (bread and wine) Most Christians remember Jesus’ last supper, where he broke bread and drank wine with his disciples, the night before his death. It represents Jesus’ sacrifice which Christians believe they are saved by. Roman Catholics: during Mass, the takes bread (a wafer) and wine. He blesses it and for Catholics, it becomes the literal body and blood of Jesus. Catholics usually bow before it and take it on their tongue. Orthodox: during the ‘Divine Liturgy’, the priest takes a loaf of bread baked by someone from the Church and cuts it into two. One portion is blessed and becomes Jesus’ body and is soaked in the wine (his blood). Only Orthodox Christians take this bread, given to them on a spoon, by the priest. The other bread is taken home and can be given to non-Orthodox Christians. Protestants: some Protestants take the communion in a very similar way to Catholics but some take it completely differently. Most believe the bread and wine are a symbol of Jesus’ sacrifice, not literally flesh and blood. Sometimes the bread is a normal loaf passed around with singing and music. Methodists may drink non-alcoholic wine.

Christmas Easter Pilgrimage Most Christians, apart from Christians celebrate Jesus’ Lourdes Jehovah’s Witnesses, celebrate resurrection in many ways: After a young girl called Christmas (Jesus’ birth) in many Lighting the Paschal candle Bernadette saw visions of the ways including: Giving Easter eggs Virgin Mary in a small town in Nativity plays Easter vigil (Orthodox) Southern France, millions of Midnight mass Joyful service on Easter morning pilgrims flock to Lourdes in Lighting candles search of a miracle. Creating Christingles Giving gifts Iona Do Easter eggs have any real A remote island in Scotland religious importance? where Christians go for peace, What is the religious importance What is more important to prayer and reflection. of Christmas celebrations above? Christians- Easter or Christmas? What is the importance of Has Christmas lost its meaning? Meaning of Easter celebrations? pilgrimage to Christians? Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings

Ascension Atonment Bible Catholic Christ Christian Church Creation Crucifixion Evil The Father Grace Holy Spirit Incarnation Jesus Law The Oneness of God

Original Sin Orthodox Protestant Reconciliation Salvation Son of God Sources of wisdom and authority Suffering Trinity The Word Christian Aid Evangelism Christians believe that Jesus Christianity is the world’s biggest religion with over 2.2 billion taught them to give to the poor. members worldwide. The Church is growing in South America and Christian Aid is a charity which Africa. Jesus told his disciples in the ‘Great Commission’ to make works with the poorest people in more disciples and spread the good news of Christianity. the world providing: Christians today evangelise in many ways: -Food, shelter and clothing Televangelists (e.g. Joel Osteen) -Relief and aid from natural UCB disasters Church Army -Education and support to help Jehovah’s Witnesses people to help themselves. The Gideons They work in Pakistan, Syria, The Alpha Course Malawi, Nepal, Yemen, Nigeria and many other places. Research each of these and summarise how they spread Can you find a Bible verse to the message of Christianity. Which is the most effective way of support Christian Aid’s work? evangelising in your opinion? PRACTICES PRACTICES Christians in the local community Street Pastors Some Christians become ‘street pastors’ in order to help those who are in need. Sometimes, they give out water, flip-flops and help to those who may be drunk after a night out, to keep them safe. Food Banks Many Christian churches run ‘food banks’ which give away tinned foods, cereals, long life milk, toiletries, pasta and rice to people who in the UK who struggle to afford food. Read the Parable of the Sheep and Goats. Why do Christians work as street pastors or in food banks?

Reconciliation Persecution (Targeting and mistreating a group of people) Reconciliation means bringing According to the Centre for Studies on New Religions, Christianity is people together who were the world’s most persecuted religion, with an estimated 90,000 previously apart. killed for their beliefs in 2016 including in N. Korea, Syria, Nigeria Christians believe Jesus’ death etc. reconciles us to God so they try to Organisations which provide support for persecuted Christians- reconcile other Christians to each Open Doors, The Barnabas Fund – Christian Solidarity Worldwide other. They provide support by: The Corrymeela community in -Campaigning against governments who persecute Christians Ireland is a place where they bring -Praying for and writing letters for those in prison for being people of all religions, races and Christians places together to meet and work -Raising money to re-locate Christian refugees in danger for peace together. -Caring for victims of violent persecution and caring for converts What is pacifism? Why are Research the story of Brother Andrew and learn some Christians pacifists? about how he was persecuted. Christian Practices

Baptism Believers’ baptism CAFOD

Christian Aid Christmas Easter Eucharist Evangelism Food banks Holy communion Infant baptism Informal prayer Informal worship Iona Liturgical worship

Lourdes Lord’s Prayer Mission Persecution Pilgrimage Sacrament Set prayers Street pastors Tearfund Worship Important Quotations from the Bible

The Nature of God 1 John 4:8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. Creation of the Earth Genesis 1 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. ...And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. John 1:1-3 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. Immortality (life after death) Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. The Incarnation John 10:30 Jesus said, “I and the Father are one.” Jesus’ Crucifixion Luke 23:33 And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Jesus’ Resurrection Luke 24:5-6 And as they [disciples] were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He [Jesus] is not here, but has risen.” Important Quotations from the Bible Jesus’ Ascension Mark 16:19 So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them [disciples], was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. Baptism Matthew 3:16 And when Jesus was baptized, immediately he went up from the water, and behold, the heavens were opened to him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him Pilgrimage 29:13 You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. Worship Psalm 95:1-6 Oh come, let us sing to the LORD; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Prayer Matthew 6:5-8 Jesus said, “And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you. Matthew 6:9 Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.. Persecution John 15:18 “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me [Jesus] before it hated you”. Important Quotations from the Bible The Eucharist/ Holy Communion (bread and wine) Matthew 26:26-28 Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.” Christmas John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish [die] but have eternal life”. Easter John 11:25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live” Christian Aid Proverbs 19:17 Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will repay him for his deed. Evangelism Mark 16:15 And he [Jesus] said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation” (The Great Commission) Christians in the local community Matthew 25 For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink... The Parable of the Sheep and Goats Reconciliation Ephesians 4:32 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

For more quotations, for all of these topics and more, search http://www.openbible.info/topics/ Christian Beliefs

1. Which book of the Bible contains the story of creation? (1) A. Romans B. Matthew C. Exodus D. Genesis

2. Give two Christian beliefs about Jesus. (2)

3. Explain Christian beliefs about life after death (immortality). (4)

4. Explain two ways in which the belief in Jesus’ crucifixion influences Christians. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “The Bible tells Christians all they need to know about the creation of the world”

• Refer to Christian teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. Christian Beliefs

1. Which event in Jesus’ life took place after his resurrection? (1) A. Ascension B. Crucifixion C. Nativity D. Annunciation

2. Give two persons (parts) of the Trinity. (2)

3. Explain two events which occurred in the life of Jesus. (4)

4. Explain two ways in which the belief in original sin influences Christians. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “Jesus’ resurrection is more important than his crucifixion”

• Refer to Christian teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. Christian Practices

1. Which of the following is a form of Christian worship? (1) A. Grace B. Liturgy C. Resurrection D. Trinity

2. Give two forms of baptism. (2)

3. Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians celebrate Christmas. (4)

4. Explain two ways in which Christians try to evangelise others. Refer to scripture or sacred writing in your answer. (5)

5. “The Eucharist is the most important Christian practice”

• Refer to Christian teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions. Christian Practices

1. Which of the following describes a personal prayer, not using set words? A. Liturgical B. Extempore C. Biblical D. Creative (1)

2. Give two ways in which Christians are persecuted. (2)

3. Explain two contrasting ways in which Christians worship. (4)

4. Explain how Christians show the importance of reconciliation. Refer to Christian teaching in your answer. (5)

5. “The most important duty of a Christian is to help the Church grow”

• Refer to Christian teaching. • Give developed arguments to support this statement. • Give developed arguments to support a different point of view. • Reach a justified conclusion. (12)

Spend 25 minutes on these questions.