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1
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What are the ‘last things’ for Christians?

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Heaven
Hell
Judgement
Resurrection

2
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How do Christians interpret eschatology?

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The ultimate destiny of mankind and God’s creation, including mankind

3
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How can a linear view of eschatology be described?

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Creation has a definite beginning and will end.

4
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What religion has a linear view of eschatology?

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Christianity

5
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How can a cyclical view of eschatology be described?

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When the world comes an end it will begin again - no definite end.

6
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What religions have a cyclical view of eschatology?

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Hinduism

Buddhism

7
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In terms of the future, what three main things does eschatology focus on?

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future beyond death
future human of human history
future / fate of the universe