The Paschal Mystery

Question 1

What is the paschal mystery?

Answer 1

The events of Jesus’ death, resurrection, and
ascension to Heaven which save people from sin.

Question 2

What are 2 details about the paschal mystery?

Answer 2

-Even Jesus’ disciples, who were his closest followers, doubted he could have risen from the dead. The act of resurrection defies human understanding of how the world works. This is where the idea of ‘mystery in the Paschal Mystery comes from.

-Catholics believe that God’s actions to humanity from the consequences of their sin were a result of his love and omnibenevolence.

Question 3

What are the 3 main events of Jesus’ journey in death?

Answer 3

1. Death - Jesus was sentenced to death by crucifixion and died on the cross to save humans from their sins.
2. Resurrection - Jesus was raised from the dead and came back to life three days after his crucifixion.
3. Ascension - Jesus rose to Heaven after having been resurrected.

Question 4

What is are 2 pieces of evidence about the paschal mystery?

Answer 4

“They crucified him” - The Gospels.

“He is risen!” - The Gospels.