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Persecutions caused the church to expand at a phenomonal rate because everyone could see the persecutions going on. The non-Christians obviously saw that every Christian was ready TO DIE for his/her beliefs.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoAlthough later Christian tradition holds that the pagan Roman emperors constantly persecuted the Christians, historians say that the widespread official persecution of Christians only lasted around twelve years in total. Edward Gibbon (The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire) says that the ecclesiastical writers of the fourth and fifth centuries ascribed to the pagan emperors of Rome the same degree of implacable and unrelenting zeal which they themselves held against the pagans of their own times. So it is to the Christian emperors we must look in the main for evidence of persecution. The Christian Roman emperors persecuted the pagans from the time of Constantine until the end of the empire, leaving behind a culture that it was morally acceptable to persecute the more vulnerable.
The Roman persecutions under the Christian emperors compromised Christianity as a moral force and made it not only an accessory in the evils perpetuated by the later emperors but an organisation that accepted and perpetuated cruelty and crime, while preaching righteousness.
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∙ 11y agoThe Roman persecution had very little impact on Christianity. It was not a consistent thing and even during the "great persecutions" the authorities did not actively go after the Christians as they were busy with other things. Proof of this is in the fact that Christianity continued to grow and eventually dominated all other religions in the west.
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∙ 14y agoThey were sometimes murdered, imprisoned, crucified, stoned, banished.
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∙ 14y agoThe Christians were become so eager to proclaim Jesus because through persecution,Christians would prove himself faithful to God.
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Which emperor ended christian persecutions and legalized the religion?
Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.
When christianity became the official religion of the Roman Republic did religious persecution stop?
Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.
Roman persecutions made Christianity all the following except?
Roman persecutions made Christianity stronger and more resilient. The faith was seen as a threat to the Roman Empire and faced persecution, leading to the growth of underground Christian communities and a reinforcement of their beliefs. Additionally, the persecutions acted as a catalyst for martyrdom, which served to inspire and attract new converts to Christianity.
Why was Emperor Marcus Aurelius - such a refined civilized man - so harsh in his treatment of Christians?
The extent to which Marcus Aurelius directed, encouraged, or was aware of Christan persecutions is unclear. During his reign the number of persecutions in various areas of the empire seems to have increased. However, in this period it was the local officials who dealt with the Christians and it was them who were responsible for persecutions. They often acted independently. The emperors saw Christianity as a local issue to be dealt with by the local officials. There was no imperial policy with regard to Christianity
How many times did the roman persecute the christians?
According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.According the early church literature, there were 10 persecutions of the Christians.
Which group was the target of persecutions?
The target group were groups of christianity.
Which emperor ended christian persecutions and legalized the religion?
Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.Constantine was the emperor who ended all persecutions and legalized Christianity.
When christianity became the official religion of the Roman Republic did religious persecution stop?
Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.Yes, the persecutions stopped when Christianity became the official religion of the empire, in fact the persecutions had stopped well before the religion became official. But just a small correction here: Christianity was never the religion of the Roman republic. It was not even in existence during the republic. Christianity only came into being during the principate or what is commonly called the empire.
Who were the Roman Emperors that were against Christianity?
Emperors who carried out persecutions of the Christians were Nero, Decius, Trebonius Gallus, Valerian, Diocletian and Galerius.
How did the fall of Constantinople effect Christianity?
the fall of constantinople did not effect christianity
Roman persecutions made Christianity all the following except?
Roman persecutions made Christianity stronger and more resilient. The faith was seen as a threat to the Roman Empire and faced persecution, leading to the growth of underground Christian communities and a reinforcement of their beliefs. Additionally, the persecutions acted as a catalyst for martyrdom, which served to inspire and attract new converts to Christianity.
What was a problem in Bartholomew had to face?
Bartholomew faced persecutions from those who opposed true Christianity. (2 Timothy 3:12)
Why was Emperor Marcus Aurelius - such a refined civilized man - so harsh in his treatment of Christians?
The extent to which Marcus Aurelius directed, encouraged, or was aware of Christan persecutions is unclear. During his reign the number of persecutions in various areas of the empire seems to have increased. However, in this period it was the local officials who dealt with the Christians and it was them who were responsible for persecutions. They often acted independently. The emperors saw Christianity as a local issue to be dealt with by the local officials. There was no imperial policy with regard to Christianity
What effect did king ezana's conversation have on axum?
Christianity.
What religion did Constantine recognize as a legal religion?
Constantine is known for legalizing Christianity. He was the first Roman emperor to end Christian persecutions and officially give legal status to Christianity. He did this with the Edict of Milan in 313 A.D.
Was Christianity illegal during the roman empire?
For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.For the most part, no, Christianity was not illegal. It was only against the law during the persecutions.
Did diocletian outlaw non-christian in the roman empire?
No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.No, Diocletian, instigated one of the longest persecutions of the Christians.
