Religion has always played a large role in Roman society. However the polytheistic system was very impersonal.
Jesus of Nazareth viewed as the Massiah or savior by Christians. Born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea. Baptized by john th Baptist. Historical redords of the time mentioned very little about Jesus. Main source of information about his main teachings are the Gospels.
Jesus's Death- Jesus was growing in popularity and this concerned Roman and Jewish leaders. A governor pf Rome named Pontius Pilate accused Jesus of defying the authority of Rome.
Spreading of Chrisinity- After Jesus's Death the followers of Jesus continued to spread his ideas.
Paul- a man who really influenced the spreading of Christanity. Was once a Jew, and against Christianity.
Charts- Christian- beliefs that Jesus is the Messiah. Acceptance of Gentiles and Jews alike.
Jewish- Belief that jews are the choosen people. Adherence to jewish law.
Pope than the bishops and than priest than the people.
Persicution- The main reason was that they refused to worship Roman gods. As Pax Romana began to crumble, persecution of the Christions increased. Thousands were Crucified, burned, or killed by wild animals in the circus ring.
Popularity- Became a world religion for multiple reasons- Embraced all people, Gave hope to the powerless, Appeled to thise who were repelled by the extragances of imperial Rome. Offered personal relationship with god.
Contentine accepting Christianity- Contentine was fighting over the leadership of Rome. He then prayed th the Christian God, and saw a cross. He then ardered the artisans to paint the Christian symble.
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