the third Person of the Trinity; believed to be present with believers since Pentecost and active on earth

the Christian belief that there is One God, who is Father, Son and Holy Spirit

the belief that God is one singular divine being (who can be manifest in the three Persons of the Trinity)

the first Person of the Trinity, the belief in God as creator and sustainer of the universe

the second Person of the Trinity; Jesus believed to be God incarnate

Nature and significance of the Trinity

Religious education

In this unit pupils will begin their study of Christianity by examining some of the key beliefs of this worldview. They will focus on concepts of God, Trinity, Creation and the story and role of Jesus as incarnation and means of salvation.

Christian beliefs

The Trinity refers to the belief held by most Christians that there is {{}} God, who is the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

each Person is fully God, but distinct from the others

only the Father is fully God, while the Son and Holy Spirit are lesser

What does the belief in the Trinity say about each Person (Father, Son and Holy Spirit)?

There are references to the three Persons of the Trinity in the Bible, which later influenced the {{}} Creed.

It teaches that there are three separate gods.

It focuses only on the Father as the true God.

It emphasises the belief in one God, despite the three Persons.

Why is the belief in the Trinity significant for most Christians?

It has no impact on worship or daily life.

It leads to the worship of three separate gods.

It influences Christian practices such as prayer, worship and salvation.

How can belief in the Trinity influence Christian life?

The {{}} is the holy book of Christianity.

Which of these is **not** one of the Ten Commandments?

What is the term for the belief that Jesus is both fully human and fully God?

Which festival celebrates Jesus' resurrection?

Which sacrament involves the sharing of bread and wine as a remembrance of Jesus' Last Supper?

Starter Quiz