Christian eschatology: resurrection
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the Christian belief in resurrection and the importance and influence of this belief for Christians today.
Key learning points
- Resurrection refers to the belief that the body will be raised after death; Christianity teaches that Jesus resurrected.
- Many Christians believe that Jesus’ resurrection is proof that resurrection is possible in the afterlife.
- Christian beliefs about resurrection originate from the Bible and are supported by later Christian sources.
- Belief in resurrection is important because it confirms belief in Jesus and confirms that death is not the end.
- The belief in resurrection can influence the thoughts and actions of individual Christians and Christian communities.
Keywords
Afterlife - what follows the physical life on earth; life after death
Influence - the ability to shape and change someone's thoughts, beliefs or actions
Resurrection - the belief that the body stays in the grave until the end of the world, when it is raised and judged
Common misconception
Christians believe that Jesus will be the only person to be resurrected.
Many Christians believe that Jesus' resurrection is proof that resurrection is possible for ordinary people in the afterlife.
Teacher tip
You could extend learning by comparing and contrasting Christian beliefs about the afterlife and their significance with one of either Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, or Sikhism.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Christians believe the final judgement will take place on the of Judgement.
Q2.In the parable, the man is punished after death for ignoring Lazarus.
Q3.What does the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats teach?
Q4.What is meant by individual judgement?
Q5.Why do parables matter in Christian beliefs about the afterlife?
Q6.Why is the belief in judgement important for Christians?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Many Christians believe that Jesus’ resurrection gives them for life after death.
Q2.The Church teaches that the righteous will be raised to eternal life with Christ.
Q3.What does 1 Corinthians 15:42-44 say about the resurrection body?
Q4.How do Christian beliefs about resurrection influence funerals?
Q5.Why might some Christians prefer burial over cremation?
Q6.What does the resurrection of Jesus prove to Christians?
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