GCSE Religious Studies (AQA): Theme G - St Mark's Gospel
This course provides a comprehensive guide to Theme G: St Mark’s Gospel for the AQA GCSE Religious Studies A (8062) exam. It covers every required passage and theme, from Jesus' early ministry to his final days and the significance of his life, death, and resurrection. The course is structured to build secure knowledge of the Gospel's narrative, key teachings, and theological ideas. Through active retrieval and quote memorisation, you will develop the precise recall needed to support your arguments in 4, 5, and 12-mark exam questions, helping you aim for the highest grades. As Theme G is one of several optional thematic studies, please check with your teacher to confirm this is the topic your school has chosen for the exam.
Decks in this Course
4 items
GCSE RS: St Mark's Gospel - The early ministry of Jesus
Covers the first six key events of Jesus's ministry in St Mark's Gospel, from John the Baptist's preparation (Mark 1:1–8) to the feeding of the five thousand (Mark 6:30–44). This includes Jesus's baptism and temptation, his authority to heal and forgive, his power over death, and his rejection at Nazareth.
GCSE RS: St Mark's Gospel - The later ministry of Jesus
Covers six key events from the later part of Jesus's ministry, from Peter's declaration at Caesarea Philippi (Mark 8:27–33) to Jesus's entry into Jerusalem (Mark 11:1–11). This includes the transfiguration, passion predictions, and teachings on discipleship and service.
GCSE RS: St Mark's Gospel - The final days in Jerusalem
Covers the Passion narrative as told in St Mark's Gospel, from the Last Supper (Mark 14:12–26) to the discovery of the empty tomb (Mark 16:1–8). This includes Jesus's arrest, his trials before the Jewish authorities and Pilate, his crucifixion, and his burial.
GCSE RS: St Mark's Gospel - Significance
Covers the key theological themes and interpretations of St Mark's Gospel. This includes the meaning of Jesus's titles (Son of Man, Son of God, Christ, Son of David), his portrayal as a teacher and miracle worker, differing Christian beliefs about the Last Supper, death and resurrection, and the authority of the Gospel.
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