基督Christ,Church,Christian基督徒,Christianity 基督教

Jesus 耶稣, the 基督Christ

1. Matthew 1:1
   [ The Genealogy of Jesus ] A record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ the son of David, the son of Abraham:
   Matthew 1:1-3 (in Context) Matthew 1 (Whole Chapter)
2. Matthew 1:16
   and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.
   Matthew 1:15-17 (in Context) Matthew 1 (Whole Chapter)
3. Matthew 1:18
   [ The Birth of Jesus Christ ] This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.
   Matthew 1:17-19 (in Context) Matthew 1 (Whole Chapter)
4. Matthew 16:13
   [ Peter's Confession of Christ ] When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?"
   Matthew 16:12-14 (in Context) Matthew 16 (Whole Chapter)
5. Matthew 22:41
   [ Whose Son Is the Christ ] While the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them,
   Matthew 22:40-42 (in Context) Matthew 22 (Whole Chapter)
6. Matthew 26:63
   But Jesus remained silent. The high priest said to him, "I charge you under oath by the living God: Tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God."
   Matthew 26:62-64 (in Context) Matthew 26 (Whole Chapter)
7. Matthew 27:17
   So when the crowd had gathered, Pilate asked them, "Which one do you want me to release to you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?"
   Matthew 27:16-18 (in Context) Matthew 27 (Whole Chapter)
8. Matthew 27:22
   "What shall I do, then, with Jesus who is called Christ?" Pilate asked. They all answered, "Crucify him!"
   Matthew 27:21-23 (in Context) Matthew 27 (Whole Chapter)
9. Mark 1:1
   [ John the Baptist Prepares the Way ] The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
   Mark 1:1-3 (in Context) Mark 1 (Whole Chapter)
10. Mark 8:27
    [ Peter's Confession of Christ ] Jesus and his disciples went on to the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way he asked them, "Who do people say I am?"
    Mark 8:26-28 (in Context) Mark 8 (Whole Chapter)

Church

1. Matthew 16:18
   And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.
   Matthew 16:17-19 (in Context) Matthew 16 (Whole Chapter)

So Peter is the first Pope, and his body was still in Vatican till this very day.

Saint Peter's tomb http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Peter%27s_tomb




Peter's tomb lies directly below this structure.



Christian 基督徒, 的由来:

耶稣升天以后,

1. 使徒行传Acts 11:26
   and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So for a whole year Barnabas and Saul met with the church and taught great numbers of people. The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch.
   Acts 11:25-27 (in Context) Acts 11 (Whole Chapter)
   
2. Acts 26:28
   Then Agrippa said to Paul, "Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?"
   Acts 26:27-29 (in Context) Acts 26 (Whole Chapter)
3. Colossians 3:18
   [ Rules for Christian Households ] Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.
   Colossians 3:17-19 (in Context) Colossians 3 (Whole Chapter)
4. 1 Peter 4:12
   [ Suffering for Being a Christian ] Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you.
   1 Peter 4:11-13 (in Context) 1 Peter 4 (Whole Chapter)
5. 1 Peter 4:16
   However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.
   1 Peter 4:15-17 (in Context) 1 Peter 4 (Whole Chapter)
   
   
   
   Christianity基督教
   
   

   Christianity began as a Jewish sect^[8][9] and is classified as an Abrahamic religion.^[10][11][12] Originating in the eastern Mediterranean, it quickly grew in size and influence over a few decades, and by the 4th century had become the dominant religion within the Roman Empire.

   During the Middle Ages, most of the remainder of Europe was Christianized, with Christians also being a (sometimes large) religious minority in the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of India.^[13] Following the Age of Discovery, through missionary work and colonization, Christianity spread to the Americas, Australasia, and the rest of the world, therefore Christianity is a major influence in the shaping of Western civilization.

   As of the early 21st century, Christianity has between 1.5 billion^[14][15] and 2.1 billion adherents.^[16] Christianity represents about a quarter to a third of the world's population and is the world's largest religion.^[17] In addition, Christianity is the state religion of several countries.<sup>[18]
   
   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity</sup>
   
   

6. ^ ^{a b} Robinson, Essential Judaism: A Complete Guide to Beliefs, Customs and Rituals, p. 229.
7. ^ ^{a b} Esler. The Early Christian World. p. 157f.
8. ^ J.Z.Smith, p. 276.
9. ^ Anidjar, p. 3.
10. ^ Fowler, World Religions: An Introduction for Students, p. 131.
11. ^ McManners, Oxford Illustrated History of Christianity, pp. 301-03.
12. ^ "between 1,250 and 1,750 million adherents, depending on the criteria employed" (McGrath, Christianity: An Introduction, page xvl.)
13. ^ "1.5 thousand million Christians" (Hinnells, The Routledge Companion to the Study of Religion, p. 441.)
14. ^ "Major Religions Ranked by Size". Adherents.com. http://www.adherents.com/Religions_By_Adherents.html. Retrieved 2009-05-05. 
15. ^ Hinnells, The Routledge Companion to the Study of Religion, p. 441.
16. ^ [see Christianity#Demographics for information and references]
    
17. ^ [see Christianity#Demographics for information and references]
18. ^ Olson, The Mosaic of Christian Belief.