The central figure in Christianity is Jesus
(or Christ), a Jew who came into this world by immaculate conception to a virgin
named
Mary. His birth is celebrated at Christmas
with hymns and gift giving. This man was not only man, but also the son of God
and lived his life without sin.
During his lifetime, Jesus performed many miracles and
spoke to many people about his father in heaven. He was arrested for claiming to
be God's son and was hung on the cross by the Romans at age 33. Christians
believe that the suffering and death upon the cross
which this sinless man endured paid for the sins of all mankind, and because of
Jesus' actions, salvation can be achieved by anyone who believes in him. This
act of sacrifice is remembered during Lent.
Following his death, Christians believe that he rose from
the grave (celebrated at Easter)
and returned to the earth, appearing to his followers and telling them of the
kingdom of God to which he was going. He also promised his disciples that he
would return one day to bring all believers with him to that kingdom, to enjoy
eternal life in the presence of God.
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