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Who was an early christian martyr who refused to blaspheme god?
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Where were the wealthiest of the early medieval towns found?
The wealthiest of the early Medieval towns were found in France at the beginning of the period. There was a caste-like system among the citizens of many countries where one person ruled over many that were farming the land owned by the ruler. Later, the wealth started to shift to other countries as the peasants refused to be held in serfdom.
What is the origin of the name Stevie?
STEVIEGender: Feminine & MasculineUsage: EnglishPronounced: STEE-veePet form of STEPHEN or STEPHANIESTEPHENGender: MasculineUsage: English, BiblicalPronounced: STEEV-en, STEF-enFrom the Greek name Στεφανος (Stephanos) meaning "crown". Saint Stephen was an early Christian martyr who was stoned to death, as told in Acts in the New Testament. Another Saint Stephen is the patron saint of Hungary, the first Christian king of that country (10th century). This was also the name of kings of England, Serbia, and Poland, as well as ten popes. More recently it is borne by the British physicist Stephen Hawking and the American author Stephen King.STEPHANIEGender: FeminineUsage: English, GermanPronounced: STEF-an-ee (English), SHTE-fah-nee (German)Feminine form of STEPHENSource: Behind the Name
Over time did Medieval plays change subject?
Early in the Middle Ages, there were some secular plays. Then there were plays called Mummings, that combined Christian and pagan elements, and did not adhere to the standards of the Church or authorities. About the tenth century, Miracle Plays and Mystery Plays appeared, and these had Christian themes. Not long after, Morality Plays appeared, and dealt with moral issues from a Christian point of view. In the High Middle Ages and Late Middle Ages, Manners Plays appeared, which were more of a secular nature. There is a link below to an article on Medieval Theater.
What are the main ideas and values of the northern renaissance?
Northern Renaissance humanists focused on more religious ideas, compared to the Italian Renaissance's secular focus. The Northern Renaissance was more concerned with church reform and returning to the ways of the early Christian Church.
Why was much of Greek and Roman knowledge lost in the former western empire?
Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.Much of the ancient learning was preserved by the Christian monks as the church leaders found nothing in them that was contrary to Christian doctrine.
Who is the elderly martyr who refused to blaspheme?
That would be St. Polycarp, an early Christian bishop and martyr who refused to renounce his faith during Roman persecution. He was asked to blaspheme Christ, but he declared, "Eighty-six years have I served Him, and He never did me any injury. How then can I blaspheme my King and Savior?" He was ultimately burned at the stake for his refusal.
What was Justin Martyr the christian philosophers last name?
Martyr was Justin Martyr's last name. He was not a philosopher but one of the early Church Fathers
Who was the early church father and christian martyr?
Please be more specific in your question. There were many early church fathers and Christian martyrs.
How does a Catherine -wheel get its name?
this is named after St Catherine of Alexandria, an early Christian martyr who was tourted to death by being tied to a wheel and her bones broken in early 14 th century. A martyr is a person a Christian who dies for there beliefs.
Who was the second British Christian Martyr?
The second British Christian martyr is commonly believed to be Saint Alban, who was executed in the 3rd century for sheltering a priest and converting to Christianity. He is considered the first Christian martyr in Britain.
What did Saint Prisca do?
Saint Prisca was a Roman martyr who was persecuted for her Christian faith. She was known for her unwavering devotion to her beliefs and refused to renounce her religion, ultimately facing martyrdom. She is recognized as a saint in the Catholic Church and her feast day is celebrated on January 18th.
Why did St. George become a saint?
George died as a martyr and to the early Christian community that was all that was needed for sainthood.
Who were the early Christian martyrs- What effect did their sacrifices have on the spread of Christianity?
Stephen was the first martyr. People saw these lives of these early christians and became christians.
Why did Saint Agnes become a saint?
St. Agnes died as a martyr - considered automatic sainthood by the early Christian community.
What did saint agnes do to become a saint?
St. Agnes died as a martyr - considered automatic sainthood by the early Christian community.
What did St. Agnes do to become a saint?
St. Agnes was a young Christian girl who, according to tradition, was martyred for her faith in Rome during the reign of Emperor Diocletian by refusing to marry a pagan man and vowing herself to Christ. Her steadfast devotion and martyrdom led to her being venerated as a saint in the Christian tradition.
How did Saint Stephan become a saint?
St. Stephan the Deacon died as a martyr which meant automatic sainthood to the early Christian community.
