Christianity
Christianity and the Defeat of Paganism
The victory of Christianity over paganism was spectacular. Even before other religions could realize that there was a fight for dominance, Christianity had taken over. […]
Professor Bart D. Ehrman
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The Christianization of the West: A Historical Perspective
Christianity completely transformed Western art, literature, and philosophy. Historically, it single-handedly altered the fate of Europe with Rome adopting it as its official religion. […]
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Wondrium’s “The Triumph of Christianity” Explores Religion’s Rapid Growth
Christianity began in a polytheistic and Jewish Rome and expanded exponentially. However, at the same time, early Christian practices were even more varied than they are now. “The Triumph of Christianity” reveals how it “went viral.” […]
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Best-Selling Author Teaches New Wondrium Course on Early Christianity
Dr. Bart D. Ehrman returns to Wondrium for “The Triumph of Christianity.” His previous Great Courses included “The Historical Jesus” and “Lost Christianities,” among others. This may be his most important course yet. […]
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Christianity’s Rapid Growth in the Roman Empire Explained
In its first 300 years, Christianity went from 20 followers to several million. This is no small feat considering its competing religions and the limitations of communication. How did it spread so quickly? […]