Christianity is a monotheistic faith based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, who lived in the 1st century CE in Judea. Central to Christianity is the belief in Jesus as the Son of God and the Savior of humanity, whose death and resurrection offer salvation to believers. The teachings of Jesus emphasize love, compassion, forgiveness, and the importance of faith in God. Christianity encompasses various traditions and denominations, with the Bible serving as its sacred text.