Christianity

Original sin: The doctrine that humanity is in a state of sin resulting from the fall of Adam and Eve.

Jesus: Son of God and Central figure of Christianity.

Mary: Mother of Jesus

John Baptist: A prophet who baptized Jesus

Eastern Orthodox: Originates from the eastern roman empire, with distinct liturgical and theological traditions

Council of Nicaea: The first ecumenical council that established foundational Christian doctrines such as nature of the Christ and the Trinity

Trinity: The Christian doctrine that God exists as three persons in one essence: the Father, the Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit.

Apolistic Succession: The belief that church authority is derived from the apostles through a continuous line of bishops.

Crusades: Military Campaigns sanctioned by the church

Paul of Tarsus

Protestant Reformation

Luther: Martin Luther, a German monk whose 95 Theses sparked the Reformation, emphasizing salvation by faith alone

Calvin: John Calvin, a French theologian who developed Reformed theology, emphasizing the sovereignty of God and predestination.

Gnostic Christianity

Marcion: An early Christian who proposed a distinct separation between the God of the Old Testament and the New Testament God, leading to the Marcionite heresy.

Gospel of Judas: Presents Judas Iscariot in a more positive light, suggesting he acted according to Jesus' wishes.

Gospel of Mary Magdaiene: A text portraying Mary Magdalene as a prominent disciple of Jesus.

Gospel of Thomas: A collection of sayings attributed to Jesus, emphasizing mystical knowledge.

Canonical Gospels: The four gospels included in the New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. They narrate the life and teachings of Jesus.

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Synoptic Gospels: The gospels of Mark , Mathew and Luke

Mystical Gospel: : Refers to the Gospel of John, which presents a more spiritual and theological perspective on Jesus' life and mission.

John Gospel: Focuses on the divine nature of Jesus and his role in salvation.

Mark: The earliest gospel, focusing on the deeds and suffering of Jesus.

Mathew: Emphasizes Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.

Luke: Highlights Jesus' compassion and concern for all people.

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