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 Christianity 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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