Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Rome vs. the Rise of Christianity



CW/HW:  p. 148-9  What  3 ideas did Christianity contribute about government and the treatment of citizens?
Explain why the Christian refusal to take part in ceremonies honoring Roman Gods was considered by Roman officials to be an act of treason.
Why might Nero have blamed Christians for the fire that Destroyed much of Rome in 54AD?
Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting the beliefs of the Roman State with the beliefs of Christianity.
Why was Jesus considered ‘dangerous.’ to the Romans?

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