1. The Rise of Christianity Chapter 6-3
Religion played an important role in Roman Society
As the empire grew so did Christianity
Born as a movement within Judaism it emphasized a more personal relationship between God and people
Attracted many Romans
Jesus – historians believe that sometime around 6-4 B.C. a Jew named Jesus was born
At age 30 began public ministry
Preached, taught, did good works and reportedly preformed miracles
Stressed a personal relation ship with God

2. Christianity Spreads Through the Empire
Followers of Jesus spread his word through the empire
Pax Romana made travel and spread of the word easier
Some Christians were persecuted because they refused to worship Roman Gods
Refusal was seen as opposition to Roman Rule
Paz Romana began to crumble
Romans exiled, imprisoned, and executed Christians

3. Map the Spread of Christianity
Look at the map on page 171
Where was Christianity most widespread in A.D. 325?_________________
What was the extent of Christianity’s spread by a.d. 500? (north to south and east to west)________________________________

4. Comparing Christianity and Judaism
Belief that Jesus in the Messiah
Acceptance of Gentiles and Jews alike
Belief that Jews are the chosen people
Adherence to the Jewish law
Believe Jesus was another prophet
BOTH:
belief in one God
Belief in the Ten Commandments
Belief in God

5. Assignment
Complete Chapter 6 section 3: The Rise of Christianity in your packets (two handouts re-teaching activity and guided Reading)
Vocabulary Terms:
Jesus
Roman Republic
Apostle