Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Julian Emperors: Reign of Nero
Find out about the infamous Nero, the burning of Rome, and his persecution of the Christians in this passage from William Morey's 1901 textbook.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Edicts Against Christians
This site from the Fordham University provides some primary source documents on Emperor Diocletian. Great information, and it shows the level of persecution against the Christians in ancient Rome.
PBS
Pbs: The Roman Empire of the 1st Century: Religion and Politics in Daily Life
In this lesson, students will examine various aspects of religion in ancient Rome including the role of mythology, polytheism versus. monotheism, the treatment of Jews and Christians, and the spread of Christianity. To guide their...
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness: Nero Persecutes the Christians, 64 a.d.
This article provides a general overview of how Emperor Nero laid blame for the burning of Rome onto the Christians and put many to death.
Other
Xenos Christian Fellowship: Roman Catholicism
History, beliefs, ordinances, and many other details of the Roman Catholic Church, as presented by an evangelical group, Xenos Christian Fellowship.
BBC
Bbc History: Ancient History: Romans: Roman Religions
A series of illustrated articles on various aspects of Roman religion, including details on the different types of religions that were practiced by the Romans. Examples include the official state religion, foreign cults, and...
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Siteseen Ltd: Causes for the Fall of the Roman Empire
This article addresses the many reasons why the world's greatest superpower of the 4th century, the Roman Empire, crumbled and fell. Many reasons are discussed in detail, including the spread of Christianity, the invasion of various...
Loyola University Chicago
De Imperatoribus Romanis: Constantine I
An essay on the life of Constantine, his relationship with Christianity, the founding of Constantinople, his death, and more.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Christianity
Discusses the Christian religion, the province of Judea, the story of Jesus, belief system, persecution by the Romans, the spread of Christianity, and the different Christian sects that have evolved.
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University of Illinois: The Early Centuries of the Greek Roman East
Read about the history of the Romiosini, or Greek Middle Ages and the development of the Greek-Roman east. The article is divided into two different sections. The first section includes the foundation of Constantinople as a means to...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reorganization of Empire: The Reign of Constantine
In this entry from William Morey's 1901 textbook you will read about Constantine and the changes he made that had a lasting effect on the Roman Empire.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reorganization of Empire: The Reign of Diocletian
The reign of Diocletian is discussed in this article from William Morey's 1901 textbook. Check out the chart that shows how the Roman Empire was split into East and West.
Read Works
Read Works: Ancient Rome and Byzantium the Birth of the Byzantine Empire
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about beginning of the Byzantine empire. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Roman Catacombs
This provides in depth information about many aspects of the catacombs of Rome which were used by early Christians. Position, history and artifacts are all discussed. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference...
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Geographic Spread and Development of Christianity (Lesson Plans)
Find two lesson plans designed to accompany the PBS documentary "Peter and Paul and the Christian Revolution" that are particularly well suited to the study of the spread of Christianity. Students will research Christianity, Judaism, and...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Edicts of Toleration
This site contains information on two important religious edicts given by Roman emperors relating to Christianity and its role as a persecuted religion in ancient Rome.
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The Vatican: The Holy Father
Official site for the Vatican, the headquarters for the Roman Catholic Church. Includes information on the Vatican Library, home to thousands of historic documents, the Vatican museums, and historical and current information on the Popes...
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Ray Stedman: Adventuring Through the Bible
"Adventuring Through the Bible" is a comprehensive guide to the entire Bible with Bible commentary. This site is an excellent place to start if you are new to the Bible and/or have questions about evangelical Christianity.
PBS
Pbs: Chronology of Early Christianity
A detailed timeline on the early history of the religion from the time of Julius Caesar (44 B.C.E.) to 327 C.E. and the death of Constantine.
Eserver
E Server: Was Hegel Christian or Atheist?
Author makes an original argument that Hegel was interested more in Christian ethics than Christian religion at this site from EServer.org. Contends that traditional Catholic orthodoxy is authoritarian. Unfortunately, the author...
Institute for Dynamic Educational Advancement
Web Exhibit: The Christian (Julian) Calendar
This website gives very detailed information about all aspects of the Christian (Julian) calendar.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Flavian Emperors: Reign of Domitian
William Morey, in his 1901 textbook, describes the emperor Domitian, the last emperor in the Flavian dynasty.
Georgetown University
Augustine: Christianity and Society
A scholarly article on St. Augustine's religious philosophy. It includes an examination of his major theological work "City of God".
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The Latter Rain: Constantine
This extensive resource documents the life of Constantine. Article is written from a Christian perspective. It goes into depth about the freedom he gave to Christians, and the effects of the Edict of Milan.
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