what follows the physical life on earth; life after death

the ability to shape and change someone's thoughts, beliefs or actions

the belief that Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday, conquering death; also refers to the form that many Christians believe the afterlife will take

The afterlife: resurrection

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.

Christianity: Beliefs and teachings

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Many Christians believe in the resurrection of the {{}} after death.

The Nicene {{}} contains teachings about resurrection and eternal life.

the belief that people are reincarnated after death

the idea that only Jesus will live forever

the belief that Jesus rose from the dead and that humans can also be raised

What does resurrection mean in Christianity?

Which Bible passage discusses the idea of a ‘spiritual body’ after resurrection?

it leads all Christians to prefer cremation

it has no influence on funeral traditions

it influences prayers, hymns and burial practices

How does belief in resurrection influence Christian funeral practices?

some Christians prefer burials so the body may remain whole for resurrection

Christians believe the body is not important after death

How does a belief in resurrection influence Christian views on cremation?

The {{}} of the Rich Man and Lazarus is often used to support a belief in judgement.

a person’s actions and faith during their lifetime

a person’s family background and social status

whether a person experienced suffering in life

According to Christian beliefs, what will God’s judgement be based on?

a Christian holiday celebrating God’s justice

a time when people decide whether they want to enter heaven

a future event when God will judge everyone at the end of time

What is the final judgement (the Day of Judgement)?

Which parable is often used to support belief in the Day of Judgement?

because it ensures justice and holds people accountable for their actions

because it gives people a second chance to change after death

because it guarantees that everyone goes to heaven

Why do many Christians believe judgement is necessary?

it makes Christians believe they can do whatever they want

it encourages Christians to help others and follow Jesus’ teachings

How does the belief in judgement influence Christian behaviour?

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Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The afterlife: resurrection

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.