The Incarnation (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Flashcards
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Incarnation definition
Incarnation definition
God became human through Jesus Christ
Literal meaning of 'incarnation'
Literal meaning of 'incarnation'
'Becoming flesh'
Jesus' nature in Catholic belief
Jesus' nature in Catholic belief
Both fully God and fully human
Jesus' role in the Trinity
Jesus' role in the Trinity
The 'Son' aspect of the Trinity
Evidence of Jesus' humanity: birth
Evidence of Jesus' humanity: birth
Born as a normal baby to Mary (Luke 2:7)
Evidence of humanity: body
Evidence of humanity: body
Had a physical human body (Luke 24:39)
Evidence of humanity: emotions
Evidence of humanity: emotions
Showed anger, wept, experienced sorrow
Evidence of humanity: death
Evidence of humanity: death
Died by crucifixion (Romans 5:8)
Evidence of divinity: power
Evidence of divinity: power
Omnipotent (all-powerful) & omniscient (all-knowing)
Evidence of divinity: sins
Evidence of divinity: sins
Could forgive sins (Mark 2:5-7)
Evidence of divinity: ultimate proof
Evidence of divinity: ultimate proof
Resurrection from the dead (Mark 16:1-20)
Primary sources about Jesus' life
Primary sources about Jesus' life
Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
John 1:14 key message
John 1:14 key message
The Word became flesh and dwelt among us
How Incarnation helps Catholics
How Incarnation helps Catholics
Relate to God; He understands human struggles
Hope from the Incarnation
Hope from the Incarnation
Hope for eternal life after death