According to Christian theology, Jesus was killed to

• A. Gain political power
• B. Create unity with other religions
• C. Redeem humankind from sin
• D. Establish a new temple

Answer: (C)

In Christian teaching, the purpose of Jesus’ death is to redeem humanity from sin. Sin separates people from God, and Jesus is understood to bear the penalty for that sin, satisfying divine justice while demonstrating ultimate love. Through his death—and his resurrection—forgiveness is offered and a restored relationship with God becomes possible for those who place faith in him. This emphasis on reconciliation and transformation is what makes his death central to salvation.

The other options don’t fit as the primary aim. Gaining political power reflects earthly concerns rather than the spiritual purpose of Jesus’ mission. Creating unity with other religions isn’t the claimed aim of the crucifixion in Christian theology, which centers on salvation through Christ. Establishing a new temple would imply continuing the old system of temple sacrifices, but Christian faith teaches that Jesus’ death inaugurates a new covenant and that believers themselves become the temple of the Spirit, rather than needing a new physical temple.