People are sometimes persecuted for belonging to a certain ethnic group (jews are not only a religion but also an ethnic group; also negroes, other non-whites in many countries), other minorities or majorities (e.g., homosexuals, women, etc.). Basically, anybody who is "different" from what a group in power considers the norm.
they didn't get persecuted for religious beliefs
because they sinned
to be persecuted is to be harassed in a tormenting manner because of race, gender, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs. in example, in civil war times, southern whites persecuted blacks.
They were persecuted because civil authority feared that religious differences and economic issues would lead to civil problems
The characters in the story are Spiritual Baptists who have been persecuted for their religious beliefs.
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Contrary to popular belief, the Puritans did not migrate because of religious persecution. They migrated to set up their own society where everyone adhered to their religious beliefs. They persecuted far more than they were persecuted against.
Yes, and are still persecuted today in some societies
Religious toleration was not practiced in Puritan communities in the 1600s. Puritans believed in a strict interpretation of Christianity and sought to create communities based on their religious beliefs. Those who did not conform to their beliefs were often persecuted or expelled from the community.
Nero could be said to be important in a negative way, historically, as he was the last emperor of his dynasty. He was also the first and possibly only emperor to commit suicide. In religious circles, Nero is sometimes blamed for the first persecution of the Christians. this is an error, as the Christians were prosecuted for the crime of arson, not persecuted for their religious beliefs.
A huge impact, as he persecuted and killed many Jehovah's Witnesses in concentration camps just for following their religion.
Saint Stephen was the first Christian martyr, see Acts chapter 7, verses 58=60.