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The Origins of Christianity and Its Relationship with the Roman Empire

This overview examines the origins of Christianity, focusing on the pivotal lives and teachings of Jesus and Paul, as well as the early Christians' interactions with the Roman Empire. Christianity emerged from Judaism, promoting monotheism and introducing concepts that challenged existing Roman values and beliefs. Jesus’ teachings and Paul’s missionary work were instrumental in the spread of Christianity, facing persecution and martyrdom. This study further explores the divide within Judaism, the resistance of Roman officials, and how these dynamics shaped the early Christian community.

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The Origins of Christianity and Its Relationship with the Roman Empire

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  1. The Origins of Christianity & The Roman Empire Hannah Schneider Junior/Senior World Hist. & Civ. WH.2.11 Roman Civilization: Explain the origins of Christianity, including the lives and teachings of Jesus and Paul, and the relationships of early Christians with officials of the Roman Empire.

  2. The Origins if Christianity & The Roman Empire • Where did Christianity begin? • Jesus • Paul & Martyrs • Christianity & The Roman Empire

  3. Background Info • Judaism • Torah • Savior • Monotheism V. Polytheism

  4. Jesus Who was he and what did he do? • Savior • Created a divide in the Jewish Church • Demanded better of people. • Martyr

  5. Paul & Martyrs • Pharisee • Converted • Evangelist • At death earned martyrdom. • Martyrs • Most died by Rome. • Would not deny their faith. Map of Travels

  6. Christianity V. Rome Expectations of humans are very high. Live to please your higher power. Worship one God. (monotheism) Extremely Liberal Live for Earthly happiness. Worship the pagan god(s) that fits your personality. (polytheism)

  7. Review Where did Christianity begin? Name two Roman deities. Where was one place that Paul visited? What is the name of the book used by the Jews? What is a martyr? Why did Rome not accept Christianity?

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