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Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire

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  • 64 BCE

    Roman Rule of Israel

    They had several wars. A roman general Pompey conquered it.
  • Jesus of Nazareth
    4 BCE

    Jesus of Nazareth

    Jesus was born in Nazareth Israel. He per formed many miracles and became very popular. He was then arrested and killed.
  • Paul of Tarsus
    5

    Paul of Tarsus

    Paul was an apostle. He preached about Jesus and founded many churches.
  • Great Fire of Rome
    64

    Great Fire of Rome

    The fire started at the circus maximus. The fire lasted 6 days. Once it was controlled, it ignited again for 3 days. Emperor Nero blamed the fire on the Christians. In the end, 2/3 of the city was destroyed.
  • Great Persecution of 303 CE
    303

    Great Persecution of 303 CE

    This was the last persecution of Christians. It was the most severe persecution before emperors Diocletian, Maximian, Galerius, and Constantius wrote out the rights for Christians.
  • Constantine the Great
    306

    Constantine the Great

    Father was an officer of the roman army. Mother was Greek. Born in naissus in 207. When his father died and he became emperor, he won several civil wars.
  • Battle of Milvian Bridge
    312

    Battle of Milvian Bridge

    This battle took place between Constantine and Maxentius. It took place at a spot along the Tiber river. Constantine won the battle
  • Edict of Milan
    313

    Edict of Milan

    This document was signed by Constantine and Licinius. It was made to stop persecution of Christians.