Stanford University
Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
An in-depth study of the Christian philosopher from the 6th century C.E. There is a comprehensive biographical sketch plus nice analysis of his major works and ideas.
Other
Rock Island Books: Political & Religious Background During Life of Jesus
This short article describes some of the various political and religious groups and individuals that were operating during the time of Jesus. Some of these include the Romans, King Herod, the Pharisees and others.
Other
Prayerbook: The Letter of Paul to the Romans
Details about Paul's letter to the Christian community at Rome, which centers on the relationship between Judaism and Christianity.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The Reign of Marcus Aurelius (Ad 161 180)
Read this entry from William Morey's 1901 text to find out about Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors, who was known as a philosopher.
Curated OER
Bbc History: Ancient History: Romans: Roman Religions: Catacomb Fresco
Fresco of the Good Shepard painted on the ceiling of cataccomb (an underground burial chamber) in ancient Rome (early fourth century A.D.).
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Distorting Madonna in Medieval Art
After Rome was destroyed, people were wary of attachment to physical beauty. As Christianity gained traction, Romans instead began to focus on the metaphysical beauty of virtue, and art began to follow suit. James Earle discusses how...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: World History: 600 Bce 600 Ce Second Wave Civilizations
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University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Trials of Giordano Bruno (1592 1600)
In the early morning light of Ash Wednesday, the primary day in the Church calendar for Christian penance, Giordano Bruno, one of the most original minds of the sixteenth century, rode into Rome's Campo de' Fiori on a mule. Stripped...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Israel History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Israel including early Canaan, Judah, Persian rule, Roman rule, Christianity, the rise of Islam, and modern day Israel.