Council of jerusalem Flashcards
(17 cards)
What was the Council of Jerusalem?
A pivotal meeting in early Christianity addressing Gentile converts and Jewish laws
Held around 48–50 CE
Who were the key figures leading the Council of Jerusalem?
St. Peter, St. Paul, St. Barnabas, and James the Just
These leaders played significant roles in early Christianity
What was the main issue addressed at the Council of Jerusalem?
Whether Gentile converts needed to follow Jewish laws, particularly circumcision
This was a contentious topic in the early church
What was the outcome of the Council of Jerusalem regarding Gentile Christians?
Gentile Christians did not have to observe most of the Mosaic Law
A few key restrictions were still imposed
What were the key restrictions imposed on Gentile Christians by the Council of Jerusalem?
- Avoiding idolatry
- Avoiding fornication
- Avoiding consuming blood or strangled meat
These restrictions were meant to maintain a level of moral and ethical standards
What significant impact did the Council of Jerusalem have on Christianity?
Helped separate Christianity from Judaism, making it more accessible to non-Jewish followers
This change was crucial for the expansion of Christianity
What fundamental belief was reinforced by the Council of Jerusalem?
Faith in Jesus was the key to salvation, rather than adherence to Jewish customs
This belief became a cornerstone of Christian doctrine
What were the meetings called where Christian community leaders addressed issues?
Councils
These meetings allowed leaders to discuss and make decisions on various issues within the community.
What was the first Council in the Christian community?
Council of Jerusalem
This Council was significant in addressing early community questions.
What was one of the main issues discussed during the time of the Apostles?
How to apply Jesus’ teachings to new situations
This included discussions on various questions arising from the teachings.
True or False: Councils only addressed issues related to Jewish members of the Christian community.
False
Councils also discussed the inclusion of non-Jews (Gentiles) in the Christian faith.
Fill in the blank: The Council of Jerusalem dealt with the requirements for _______.
becoming a Christian
This Council specifically addressed whether non-Jews could join the Christian faith.
What was the primary outcome of the Council of Jerusalem regarding Gentile converts?
Gentile converts did not need to follow Jewish laws, such as circumcision
This decision allowed Christianity to emerge as a distinct religion rather than a sect within Judaism.
How did the Council of Jerusalem influence the accessibility of Christianity?
It made Christianity more accessible to non-Jews
This inclusivity allowed Christianity to spread rapidly across the Roman Empire.
What theological concept was reinforced by the Council of Jerusalem?
Faith in Jesus was the key to salvation
This concept emphasized that adherence to Jewish customs was not necessary for salvation.
What role did the Council of Jerusalem play in maintaining church unity?
It resolved a major doctrinal dispute
This resolution helped maintain unity among early Christian communities and set a precedent for future church councils.
What significant impact did the Council of Jerusalem have on the future of Christianity?
It ensured that Christianity could grow beyond its Jewish roots
This allowed Christianity to develop into a global faith.
