Breakthrough International Bible University - Religion, Christian History
The history of Christianity is the history of the Christian religion and the Christian church, from Jesus and his apostles to our times. . . . Despite early persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire, it became the state religion in the end. In the Middle Ages it spread into Northern Europe and Russia.
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The earliest Christians often said that God became man "in the fullness of time". What does this mean?
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Jesus lived a full life, and spread many ideas of Christianity
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The time Christians had to spread their faith was short, so they made the most of it.
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Conditions were ideal for the growth and spread of Christianity
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C. Conditions were ideal for the growth and spread of ChristianityExplanation
The phrase "in the fullness of time" refers to the idea that the conditions during Jesus' time were perfect for the growth and spread of Christianity. It suggests that God chose the perfect moment in history to send Jesus to Earth, when the world was ready to receive his teachings and the message of Christianity could be effectively propagated.Rate this question:
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List three reasons the Roman Peace helped spread Christianity.
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Who culturally unified the Mediterranean world?
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Alexander the Great, King Alexander the GreatExplanation
Alexander the Great culturally unified the Mediterranean world through his conquests and the spread of Hellenistic culture. As the king of Macedonia, he embarked on a series of military campaigns, establishing an empire that stretched from Greece to Egypt and India. Through his policies of assimilation and cultural exchange, Alexander encouraged the blending of Greek and local cultures, promoting the spread of Greek language, art, architecture, and philosophy. This cultural unification had a lasting impact on the Mediterranean region, laying the foundation for the later Roman Empire and influencing the development of Western civilization.Rate this question:
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A common language was developed for the empire. It was a simplified version of _______. It made it possible for Christian missionaries to speak to people all over the empire.
Correct Answer
GreekExplanation
The correct answer is Greek. A common language was developed for the empire, which was a simplified version of Greek. This simplified version of Greek made it possible for Christian missionaries to communicate with people throughout the empire.Rate this question:
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What "was probably the most potent single cause of Christian success"?
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Spiritual hunger
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Cultural unity
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Putting love into deeds
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C. Putting love into deedsExplanation
Putting love into deeds was probably the most potent single cause of Christian success because it allowed Christians to demonstrate their faith through actions rather than just words. By actively practicing love and kindness towards others, Christians were able to attract and convert more followers. This approach resonated with people who were looking for a genuine and compassionate community, and it helped Christianity spread rapidly.Rate this question:
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Church history can be said to have begun in ___________ on the feast of __________ about AD 30
Correct Answer
Jerusalem PentecostExplanation
The answer "Jerusalem Pentecost" is correct because it refers to the event described in the Bible where the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles and other followers of Jesus in Jerusalem, fifty days after his resurrection. This event marked the beginning of the Christian church and is considered to be the birth of Christianity. It happened around AD 30, making it the starting point for church history.Rate this question:
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__________-Speaking Jews were attracted to the Christian community in Jerusalem, and practiced their Jewish faith different from the ________ Jews.
Correct Answer
Greek Palestinian , Greek PalestineExplanation
The correct answer is Greek Palestinian and Greek Palestine. The explanation for this answer is that the question is discussing the attraction of Greek-speaking Jews to the Christian community in Jerusalem. These Greek-speaking Jews practiced their Jewish faith differently from the other Jews in the region, who are referred to as Palestinian Jews. Therefore, the terms "Greek Palestinian" and "Greek Palestine" accurately describe the different groups of Jews mentioned in the question.Rate this question:
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Tensions grew between the Greek-speaking Jews, called __________, and Palestinian Jews. Seven men were appointed to help the Greeks enter the Christian community smoothly, but unfortunately, tensions grew worse. Blood was shed and the Greeks were forced to flee north to _______ or the city of _________ in Syria. Despite this, Christianity had taken a great step forward by including Jews from outside Palestine.
Correct Answer
Hellenists Samaria AntiochExplanation
The tensions between the Greek-speaking Jews, known as Hellenists, and Palestinian Jews escalated to the point where seven men were appointed to facilitate the integration of Greeks into the Christian community. However, the situation worsened and violence broke out, leading the Greeks to flee north to either Samaria or the city of Antioch in Syria. Despite this conflict, Christianity made progress by incorporating Jews from beyond Palestine, expanding its reach and influence.Rate this question:
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In what city were the followers of Christ first called Christians in about AD 40?
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Jerusalem
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Carthage
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Gaul
- D.
Antioch
Correct Answer
D. AntiochExplanation
Antioch is the correct answer because historical records indicate that it was in Antioch where the followers of Christ were first called Christians. The term "Christian" was coined to distinguish the believers in Jesus Christ from the rest of the population. Antioch, located in present-day Turkey, was a significant center for early Christianity and played a crucial role in the spread of the faith. The name "Christian" eventually became widely accepted and used to identify followers of Christ throughout the world.Rate this question:
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What did the Hellenists accomplish in Antioch?
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Spread the news amongst Jews outside of Palestine
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Attracted the first converts to Christianty
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Council of Jerusalem
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Started to proclaim the good news to Gentiles
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Helped Christianity become distinguished from Judaism
Correct Answer(s)
A. Spread the news amongst Jews outside of Palestine
D. Started to proclaim the good news to Gentiles
E. Helped Christianity become distinguished from JudaismExplanation
It's not B because Pentecost was when Jesus's followers began to attract the first converts to Christianity.Rate this question:
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The entry of Gentiles into the Christian faith promted Jewish-Christians to question if these newcomers had to become Jews before Christians. As a result, they met at the _______ ___ ________, the first church council ever held.
Correct Answer(s)
council of Jerusalem, Council of JerusalemExplanation
The correct answer is "council of Jerusalem, Council of Jerusalem". The entry of Gentiles into the Christian faith prompted Jewish-Christians to question if these newcomers had to become Jews before becoming Christians. As a result, they met at the council of Jerusalem, which was the first church council ever held. At this council, they discussed and debated whether Gentile converts needed to follow Jewish customs and laws. The decision reached at the council of Jerusalem had a significant impact on the early development of Christianity.Rate this question:
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Why was the ruling of the Council of Jerusalem a milestone in the development of Christianity?
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In the _____ern part of the Roman Empire, the first important Christian community was established in _______.
Correct Answer(s)
west RomeExplanation
The first important Christian community was established in the western part of the Roman Empire.Rate this question:
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_________ activity resulted in a network of Christian communities throughout the Roman world, and a right for Christians to call their community the Catholic Church.
Correct Answer(s)
MissionaryExplanation
The activity of missionaries resulted in the establishment of a network of Christian communities throughout the Roman world. These missionaries spread the teachings of Christianity and converted people to the faith, leading to the formation of the Catholic Church. Through their efforts, Christians gained the right to refer to their community as the Catholic Church.Rate this question:
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Why did the Roman government view Christians with suspicion?
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The first persecution came about with:
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Decius, forcing all citizens to worship him
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Diocletian, launching the Great Persecution
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Nero, blaming a fire in Rome on the Christians
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Constantine, passing the Edict of Milan
Correct Answer
C. Nero, blaming a fire in Rome on the ChristiansExplanation
Nero blamed a fire in Rome on the Christians, which led to the first persecution of Christians. This event occurred in 64 AD when a fire broke out in Rome and destroyed a large portion of the city. Nero, in order to deflect blame from himself, accused the Christians of starting the fire and used this as an opportunity to persecute them. This marked the beginning of a long history of persecution against Christians in the Roman Empire.Rate this question:
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Who passed the first specifically anti-Christian laws the empire ever had, and started the first empire-wide persecution?
Correct Answer
DeciusExplanation
Decius passed the first specifically anti-Christian laws in the Roman Empire and initiated the first empire-wide persecution of Christians. His reign as emperor from 249 to 251 AD marked a significant turning point in the treatment of Christians, as he sought to restore traditional Roman religious practices and suppress the growing influence of Christianity. Decius implemented measures requiring citizens to obtain certificates affirming their loyalty to the state religion, which often meant renouncing their Christian faith. This led to widespread persecution and martyrdom of Christians, making Decius a pivotal figure in the history of early Christianity.Rate this question:
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What was the point of Decius's persecution?
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To kill off all the Church's members
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To force Christians to renounce their faith publicly
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To capture the pope
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B. To force Christians to renounce their faith publiclyExplanation
Decius's persecution aimed to force Christians to publicly renounce their faith. This was a strategy employed by the Roman Emperor Decius in the 3rd century to suppress the growing influence of Christianity. By coercing Christians to renounce their beliefs openly, Decius hoped to weaken the Christian community and discourage others from joining the faith. This persecution involved various forms of pressure, including threats, imprisonment, and even death for those who refused to comply. The ultimate goal was to eradicate Christianity or at least diminish its influence within the Roman Empire.Rate this question:
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In 261, _________ passed a law tolerating the Christian faith and for more than 40 years, the Christian faith was at rest.
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Gallienus
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Constantine
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Constantius
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Diocletian
Correct Answer
A. GallienusExplanation
In 261, Gallienus passed a law tolerating the Christian faith and for more than 40 years, the Christian faith was at rest.Rate this question:
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In 303, ________ launched the worst attack on the Christian faith that the Church had yet seen. His persecution was so bad in some places that it came to be called the Great Persecution.
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Gallienus
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Constantine
- C.
Constantius
- D.
Diocletian
Correct Answer
D. DiocletianExplanation
Diocletian launched the worst attack on the Christian faith in the year 303, which came to be known as the Great Persecution. This persecution was so severe that it surpassed any previous attacks by the Church.Rate this question:
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What happened during the Great Persecution?
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Thousands were killed
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Christians were fed to the lions
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Church property was confiscated
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Sacred objects were destroyed
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Christian homes were burned down
Correct Answer(s)
A. Thousands were killed
C. Church property was confiscated
D. Sacred objects were destroyedExplanation
During the Great Persecution, thousands of people were killed, church property was confiscated, and sacred objects were destroyed. This period refers to the intense persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire, particularly under Emperor Diocletian from 303 to 311 AD. The persecution aimed to eradicate Christianity and suppress its followers. Christians were targeted, and many were executed for their faith. Additionally, church properties were seized, and sacred objects were destroyed as a means to weaken the Christian community and discourage their religious practices.Rate this question:
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Constantine issued a proclamation granting toleration to all Christians, called the ______ _____ _______, and with this, the Great Persecution ended.
Correct Answer(s)
Edict of MilanExplanation
Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, which granted toleration to all Christians. This proclamation marked the end of the Great Persecution.Rate this question:
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___________ claimed to posess special personal knowledge unavailable to ordinary Christians. Their name comes from the Greek word for "_______"
Correct Answer(s)
Gnostics knowledgeExplanation
The correct answer is "Gnostics knowledge". The Gnostics claimed to possess special personal knowledge that was not available to ordinary Christians. The term "Gnostics" comes from the Greek word for "knowledge".Rate this question:
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List three places gnostic ideas came from
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What did the gnostics endanger?
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Church teachings
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Church freedom to express beliefs
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Church unity
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Church authority
Correct Answer(s)
A. Church teachings
C. Church unityExplanation
The gnostics endangered Church teachings and Church unity. Gnosticism was a belief system that challenged the orthodox teachings of the Church, promoting alternative and mystical interpretations of Christianity. This posed a threat to the established Church teachings, as it could confuse and lead people away from the accepted doctrines. Additionally, the gnostic movement created divisions and schisms within the Church, undermining its unity and authority. Therefore, the gnostics posed a danger to both the teachings and unity of the Church.Rate this question:
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List the three ways Church leaders showed the falsehood of gnostic beliefs:
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A rule of faith is similar to a:
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Prayer
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Sign of the cross
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Creed
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Homily
Correct Answer
C. CreedExplanation
A rule of faith is similar to a creed because both serve as statements of belief or principles that guide and define a religious community. Just like a creed, a rule of faith outlines the essential doctrines and teachings that members of a religious group adhere to. Both a rule of faith and a creed provide a framework for understanding and interpreting religious teachings, serving as a unifying force within the community.Rate this question:
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Which struggle was the hardest for the Church to overcome?
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Diocletian's Great Persecution
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Nero's persecution
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Decius's anti-Christian laws
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The gnostic threat
Correct Answer
D. The gnostic threatExplanation
The gnostic threat was the hardest struggle for the Church to overcome because it posed a significant challenge to Christian doctrine and beliefs. Gnosticism was a belief system that claimed to possess secret knowledge and denied the physical incarnation of Jesus. This threatened the core teachings of the Church and led to debates and conflicts within the early Christian community. The Church had to actively combat and refute gnostic teachings in order to establish its authority and preserve its orthodox beliefs.Rate this question:
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