Junior/Senior World Hist. & Civ.WH.2.11 Roman Civilization: Explain the origins of Christianity, including the lives and teachings
of Jesus and Paul, and the relationships of early Christians with officials of the Roman
Empire.
The Origins of Christianity & The Roman Empire
Hannah Schneider
The Origins if Christianity & The Roman Empire
Where did Christianity begin?
Jesus Paul & MartyrsChristianity & The Roman
Empire
Background Info
Judaism Torah SaviorMonotheism V. Polytheism
JesusWho was he and what did he do?
SaviorCreated a divide in the Jewish Church Demanded better of people. Martyr
Paul & Martyrs
Pharisee Converted
Evangelist At death earned martyrdom.
Martyrs Most died by Rome.
Would not deny their faith.
Map of Travels
Christianity V. RomeExpectations of humans are very high. Live to please your higher power. Worship one God. (monotheism)
Extremely Liberal Live for Earthly happiness. Worship the pagan god(s) that fits your personality. (polytheism)
Review
1.Where did Christianity begin?
2.Name two Roman deities.
3.Where was one place that Paul
visited?
4.What is the name of the book used
by the Jews?
5.What is a martyr?
6.Why did Rome not accept
Christianity?