The Rise of Christianity

Jesus
Leader who came to be known as Christ & was believed to be savior

Apostle
Close follower of Jesus

Paul
Apostle who played a key role in the spread of Christianty throughout the empire

Diaspora
Moving away of the Jews from their homeland in Palestina

Constantine
Roman emperor who ended the persecution of Christians

Bishop
Head of all the churches in one area

Peter
First apostle who helped spread Christianity through Syria & Palestine

Pope
Head of all the Christian church

What did Jesus emphasize in his early teachings?
Personal relationships with God, importance of people's love to God, neighbors and enemies. Also, offered eternal life if you repented for your sins

Why did the early Christians face persecution from the Romans?
Because they refused to worship the Roman gods

What was the importance of the Nicene Creed?
It defined the Church basic beliefs

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