Post on 03-Jan-2016
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There is always a reason Crucifixion was used as a form of punishment and
deterrent. Those crucified would not die quickly, they would
suffocate over long periods of time.
Criminals crucified on the side of the road that leads into a city.This acted as a warning to any visitors who entered to follow their rules.
Before Jesus died
Jesus knew he was going to be killed so he held a dinner with his friends and gave one last teaching. This is known as the last supper.
On the day of his death Jesus was killed as
a result of people believing he was a liar and that he was deceiving people.
His punishment was broken in 14 parts called the stations of the cross.
After his death After Jesus
died it is said that his body was removed from the cross. Cleaned and buried in a tomb behind a huge stone.
The resurrection
It is believed that 3 days after his death Jesus rose from the dead. This is called the resurrection.Resurrection: revival from inactivity and
disuse
After he rose from the dead he visited certain disciples and gave them instructions on how to spread his teachings.
This is why Christians celebrate Easter
Work time: Using the source document answer the
assigned questions below
Group A Group B Group C
How many followers did Jesus have when he died?
In what time span was their the greatest increase of followers?
Jesus was killed in 33AD what connection can be made between his death and the change in Christians?
Looking at the chart. What prediction can be made for 50 years after Jesus’ death?
Why do you think there was a slight drop in the number of followers Jesus had right after his death?
What events do you think lead up to the surge in the popularity of Christianity?