The events of the Paschal Mystery Flashcards
Catholic Christianity - Beliefs and Teachings
what is Redemptive efficacy?
to refer to the death and resurrection of Jesus guaranteeing humanity’s salvation
what is Sanhedrin?
the supreme religious authority in Israel in biblical times
what is the Last Supper?
the night before he was crucified, Jesus enjoyed a meal with his disciples when he broke the bread and wine
what is the Garden of Gethsemane?
after the supper, Jesus left the disciples and went to pray in this garden. when he went back, his disciples were asleep, when they woke, Judas arrived with the chief priests to arrest Jesus
what are the trials of Jesus?
the Sanhedrin found Jesus guilty of blasphemy for claiming to be the Christ. he was found guilty and got sentenced to death by crucifixion
what is the Resurrection and Ascension?
he was buried in his tomb and the next morning (Sunday), his women followers came to anoint the body but found the tomb empty. Jesus continued to appear for 40 days, then he was taken up from his disciples back to God
what is the importance of these events?
- Last supper is the basis of the Mass
- Christians believe the crucifixion brought forgiveness from sin
what does the Catholic Church teach about the Paschal mystery?
- Jesus freely offered himself for our salvation
- Christ’s resurrection promises resurrection for all who believe
- this offering was symbolised by Jesus breaking the bread and saying, ‘This is my body given for you.’
what is a Source of wisdom about the events of the Paschal mystery?
The Catechism teaches that the resurrection gives definite proof of Jesus’ divine authority
