Rome Part 2 Flashcards
What religion is based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth?
Christianity
Early Christianity developed in which communities?
Jewish
What is a fundamental similarity between Christianity and Judaism?
both religions are monotheistic
Why is the resurrection of Jesus important for Christians?
it signals victory and life over sin and death
What was the main appeal of Christianity?
the promise of salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus
What is the Christian Bible composed of?
the Old Testament from Judaism and the New Testament about Jesus’ life and teachings
Who was Paul?
a well-educated Jew and Roman citizen who spread early Christianity
What are epistles?
letters
Which emperor put an end to the persecution of Christians?
Constantine
Which emperor made Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire?
Theodosius
What is monotheism?
a belief in one god
What is collected in the New Testament?
the Gospels and other early Christian writings pertaining to Jesus’ life and teachings
What are Apostles?
disciples of Jesus who spread his message
What allowed for easier diffusion of Christian ideas and values throughout the Roman Empire?
-Roman roads
-common languages of Greek (in the East) and Latin (in the West)
Why was the size of the Roman Empire a problem?
it was too big for one person to govern
