CHRISTIANITY
Christianity is considered the world's largest religion, a religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ
who is considered the Son of God and the Messiah or Savior. Followers of Christianity are called
Christians. As of 2010, there are more than 2 billion Christians all over the world, which make up more
than 30% of the world’s population of 6.9 billion.
SYMBOLS
CROSS SYMBOL
The cross serves as a symbol of Jesus Christ's victory over sins when he died on the cross for humanity's
redemption and salvation. In Roman Catholic Churches, the crucifix is a regular feature with the image of
Christ nailed on the cross- emphasizing Christ's sufferings for humanity. Protestant churches often
feature only the cross without the image of the body of Christ to emphasize Christ's resurrection and not
His suffering.
FISH SYMBOL
. In Christianity, the fish symbol, known as the Ichthys or Ichthus, has historical significance. It's often
associated with early Christians and served as a secret symbol during times of persecution. The word
"Ichthys" is Greek for "fish," and it's also an acronym for "Ἰησοῦς Χριστός, Θεοῦ Υἱός, Σωτήρ" (Iēsous
Christos, Theou Huios, Sōtēr), which translates to "Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior" in English. The fish
symbol was used as a way for Christians to identify each other discreetly and symbolize their faith in
Jesus Christ. Today, it is still occasionally used as a Christian symbol.
EIGHT BEATITUDES
The Beatitudes comprise what is known as the "Sermon on the Mount" recorded in Matthew 5-7. The
Beatitudes refer to the eight sayings of Jesus at the beginning of the "Sermon on the Mount." Here are
the Eight Beati- tudes mentioned in Matthew 5-7:
And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain; and when he was set, his disciples came unto
him:
And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the
kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the
earth.
Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the
merciful for they shall obtain mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be
called the children of God.
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom ofheaven.
Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you
falsely, for my sake.
Rejoice, and be exceeding glad for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets
which were before you.
Matthew 5:1-12, New Testament King James Version
APOSTLES CREED
The Apostles' Creed is believed to have developed in the 100 or 200 C.E. and was influenced later by the
Nicene Creed. A letter written by the Council of Milan in 390 C.E. is the earliest historical evidence of the
existence of the Apostles' Creed. It is not written by the apostles themselves but it serves as a summary
of their basic teachings.
Apostles' Creed
I believe in God the Father almighty Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only
Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit. Was crucified died, and was buried, He descended
to the dead. On the third day he rose again: He ascended to heaven, I believe in the Holy Spirit The holy
Catholic Church, The forgiveness of sins.
Bom of the Virgin Mary, Suffered under Pontius Pilate.
He is seated at the right hand of the Father, And he will come to judge the living and the dead,
The communion of saints
The resurrection of the body. And the life everlasting Amen.
CAPITAL PUNISHMENT AND EUTHANASIA
In Christianity, life is considered sacred and a gift from God. Therefore, both capital punishment and
euthanasia are often viewed as immoral actions. Capital punishment is seen as contradicting the belief in
the sanctity of life, and euthanasia is deemed wrong because it interferes with the natural process of
death, which should be determined by God. These perspectives are grounded in the belief that human
life is equally valuable, and it is not within human authority to take or end a life.
