Why did early Christians adopt some of the images and symbols of contemporary religions? How were the symbols used and how were they altered to fit Christian beliefs?

Compare the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant traditions with respect to their beliefs, practices, and forms of ecclesiastical government/organization.

 

Describe the essential Christian beliefs concerning God, human nature, sin, and salvation.

 

Describe the most important ways in which Christians practice their religion.

 

Compare the teachings of Jesus with those of Paul. Why do you think some people consider Paul the second founder (or even the true founder) of Christianity?

 

In what ways did Martin Luther challenge Roman Catholicism? What was the response of the Roman Catholic Church to Luther and the Protestant Reformation?

 

In what ways has modern culture challenged Christianity? How has Christianity responded?

 

What were the great issues in the theology of ancient Christianity? How were they resolved?

 

What do you consider to be the major events, trends, and turning points in the history of Christianity? Explain the significance of each.

 

Compare the views of Judaism and Christianity on the nature of God, human nature, sin, human destiny, revelation, and the relationship between God and human beings.

 

What is the place of Christianity in today's world? What forces are shaping it? In what ways is it shaping society? How do you see the place of Christianity in the world a century from now?

What beliefs were the major motivations that prompted Europeans and people of European descent to spread their culture to other groups?

Select all that apply.

A the belief that non-Europeans needed Europeans to teach them how to live in a civilized way

B the belief that European people were more evolved than other groups

C the belief that Christians should convert people of other religions to Christianity

D the belief that learning from each other would be beneficial to both groups

What beliefs were the major motivations that prompted Europeans and people of European descent to spread their culture to other groups?

Select all that apply.

A the belief that non-Europeans needed Europeans to teach them how to live in a civilized way

B the belief that European people were more evolved than other groups

C the belief that Christians should convert peopie of other religions to Christianity

D the belief that learning from each other would be beneficial to both groups