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33
33 AD: The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ
The foundation of Christianity -
313
313 AD: Edict of Milan Constantine
Christianity is made a lawful religion in the Roman Empire by Emperor Constantine. -
322
325 AD: Council of Nicaea
The first significant meeting of Christian leaders to develop theology and creeds. The Nicene Creed is composed. -
451
451 AD: Council of Chalcedon
The Council establishes Christ's twofold character as completely human and totally divine. -
1054
1054 AD: The Great Schism
The Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches have formally divided. -
1517
1517 AD: The Protestant Reformation
Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church, denouncing the Roman Catholic Church's practises. The Protestant movement begins, resulting in the establishment of several new denominations. -
1962-1965 AD: Second Vatican Council
The Roman Catholic Church undergoes significant changes, including the use of the vernacular in liturgy and a greater emphasis on social justice -
Today:
Christianity has over 2.38 billion followers worldwide and is the largest religion in the world. The religion continues to evolve and change everyday.