Christianity is known as the largest religion in the world. Over 2 billion people in the world are followers of Christianity, who are classified under 34000 denominations.
Initially, Christianity strengthened from Judaism because Jesus Christ and his Twelve disciples were Jews. This religion's principle revolves around the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The religion is monotheistic as Christians believe in only one God.
The Holy Bible is believed to be the word of God by Christians. Although it is taken literally by some Christians, it is considered being derived from the Holy Spirit.
History of Christianity
Right after the death and ascension of Jesus Christ, an era of persecution occurred. His followers were the first to start the Church. His followers were kept in prison & killed simply because of their belief.
In the 4th century, Constantine formed the first council of Nicea in the name of Nicene Creed, and thus Christianity legalized. The Church of England, Eastern Orthodox Church, and the Roman Catholic Church still use this Creed.
The Roman Catholic accepted Christianity as it's the official religion in A.D 380, and consequently, Jesus Christ was declared both fully man and fully God. In the following years, the books of the Bible were determined, and it was decided that Nicene Creed was the permanent doctrine to the Church at the Council of Rome.
Beliefs of Christianity
Christians belief focuses on that there is only one God, who created the heavens and the earth. The Divine Trinity of God comprises 3 parts, The Father (God Himself), The Son (Jesus Christ), and The Holy Spirit. The religion is hence monotheistic in nature.
The concept of Christianity revolves around the life, death, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Father (God) sent Jesus Christ, regarded as the Messiah, to this world to save the world. Jesus Christ was crucified on the cross to forgive humanity of their sins, and then he was resurrected on the 3rd day after his death and finally ascended to heaven.
Christians believe that Jesus will return again to the world, which is basically known as his Second coming.
The Holy Bible contains all the teachings of Jesus. It also has teachings of many prophets and disciples. It talks about the world since it's the creation and even the creation of first humans. It offers teachings and instructions on how one should live.
The Holy Bible contains two testaments, old and new testament. Jews and Christians both follow the Old Testament, but Christians also support the New Testament.
The symbol of Christianity is the cross.
There are two major festivals of Christians. Christmas (this is celebrated as the birthday of Jesus), Easter (this is the resurrection of Jesus).