1. Judaism Review Covenant? David and Solomon? Who invaded in 79AD and what happened? Holy text? Ethical Worldview?

2. Christianity

3. Worship same God of Hebrews Holy Text- Bible New Testament is unique to Christianity Unique Holidays Christmas- story of Jesus’ birth Easter- story of the resurrection of Jesus Act of rising from the dead

4. Born during Roman Rule Gospels tell us his life story At 30 became a preacher Miracles Some Jews believed he was the messiah Chosen by God to deliver Jews from foreign rule & restore the kingdom of Israel Others thought him a criminal & rebel 33 AD Jesus arrested & sentenced to death by crucifixion

5. Preached belief in the God of the Jews Upheld 10 commandments Offered a forgiving God who felt everyone was equal Used parables, short stories to teach moral lessons Warned that wealth on earth did not guarantee salvation

6. Followers believed he was the son of God became missionaries Gained the term Christians El Greco painting of St. Paul Many faced Persecution Romans did not like lack of respect for gods Many imprisoned or killed Martyrs- suffer or die for their beliefs 1 st ?

8. Rich & Poor had hope for salvation and eternal life All were equal in the eyes of God In time a formal church was organized Catholic Church Bishop of Rome became head of the church Pope

11. What’s next?? Another prophet claims to have spoken to God… God says his messages have been misunderstood Who is the prophet God talks to?