History of Christianity

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Who were the specially chosen followers of Jesus?

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The 12 disciples, with Peter as their leader.

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What happened to Saul that changed his life?

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He had a vision and heard Jesus, leading him to change his name to Paul and spread Christianity.

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What nickname was given to the followers of the apostles' message?

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Christians, because they followed Christ.

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What is the significance of the books of Mark, Matthew, Luke, and John?

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They are the first books about Jesus' life, written within 50 years of each other.

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Who was the first bishop of Rome according to most Christians?

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Peter.

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What was the misunderstanding about Christians that led to their persecution?

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They were thought to be superstitious, and criminals.

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What was the fate of Peter and Paul?

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They were executed; Peter was crucified upside down and Paul was beheaded.

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Who were the Church Fathers?

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The first bishops and Christian thinkers who helped run the early churches.

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What was Constantine's role in Christianity?

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He passed a law allowing Christians freedom to worship and helped unite the empire under Christianity.

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What was the Nicene Creed?

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A statement of Christian beliefs drawn up by bishops during the ecumenical councils.