Christianity
Quiz: How Much Do You Know about the Rise of Christianity?
Test yourself on the rise of Christianity as it spread throughout the Western world from antiquity to today. […]
Professor Bart D. Ehrman
Christianity
Christianity and the Ideology of Exclusivism
Christian leaders preached that they were there to help those in need. However, they also insisted that they and they alone had the correct understanding of both human truth and divine reality. […]
Christianity
The Spread of Christianity: Benefits and Losses
Christianity overtook all other religions and asserted itself on the thought, culture, society, and political structures of the West. While there was much gained for the world by the triumph of Christianity, much was lost as well. […]
Christianity
Christian Violence in the Roman Empire
Throughout the reign of Theodosius I, many Christians raided pagan temples and destroyed them. They even disfigured pagan statues in accordance with biblical passages. […]
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What Kind of Orthodox Christianity Did Theodosius I Advocate?
Theodosius I seriously opposed the Arian interpretation of Christianity and advocated a kind of orthodox Christianity. This orthodox Christianity had emerged from the Council of Nicaea. […]
Christianity
How Theodosius I Supported Christianity in the Face of Paganism
All the emperors of the Roman Empire after Julian the Apostate were Christian. But none may have been as dedicated to the cause and so much against paganism as Theodosius I. […]
Religion
The Triumph of Christianity in the Roman World
Christians from early on insisted that they had the one way to salvation. Some Christians saw religion as a contest. Their intent was to convert others and wipe out all the other faiths. […]
Christianity
Rome: How Julian’s Conversion to Paganism Impacted Christianity
Julian’s ascension to the throne eventually led to the suppression of Christianity. His seemingly innocuous approach to religion revived paganism while having a significant impact on Christianity. […]
Christianity
Constantius II’s Rise and His Legislations against Paganism
Constantius II rose to power after manipulating his way through a familial bloodshed. As a devout Christian, he supported the Church vehemently while passing stringent laws against paganism. […]
Christianity
Rise of Christianity under Constantine’s Rule
With Christianity already in its full bloom, Constantine had little to do during his reign. However, his efforts invested the church with extensive power and funds. Moreover, his conversion to Christianity furthered the cause. […]