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What practical question was raised regarding converts to Christianity in relation to Judaism?

  • Whether converts have to observe all Jewish holidays
  • Whether converts have to learn Hebrew
  • Whether converts have to follow the dietary laws of Judaism
  • Whether converts have to be circumcised as prescribed in Genesis 17 (correct)
  • What are the two general responses of Christians regarding the relationship with mainline Judaism?

  • One emphasizes the authority of the Torah; the second emphasizes the authority of the New Testament
  • One advocates for strict adherence to Jewish customs; the second advocates for complete separation from Judaism
  • One promotes the exclusivity of Christianity; the second promotes the inclusivity of Judaism
  • One stresses continuity with Judaism; the second emphasizes discontinuity (correct)
  • What was the central question regarding the relationship between those who accept Jesus as the Messiah and mainline Judaism?

  • Does one have to be a Jew before one can become a Christian (correct)
  • Is it necessary to renounce Judaism to become a Christian
  • Should Christians observe Jewish traditions alongside Christian practices
  • Can one be both Jewish and Christian simultaneously
  • During the period 33-313 AD, what was the main issue in the relationship between Christians and Judaism?

    <p>The question of continuity or discontinuity with Judaism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What practical requirement for converts to Christianity was a point of contention in relation to Judaism?

    <p>Circumcision as prescribed in Genesis 17</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the rumors that arose about Christians during the early centuries?

    <p>Incest: the talk about “brothers” and “sisters” generated rumors of orgies taking place at their meetings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason behind the accusation of atheism against Christians by the Romans?

    <p>Christians refused to worship the emperor, which was considered an act of treason and an insult to the gods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the practical outcome for Christianity as it separated itself from Judaism under Roman law?

    <p>It lost the protection it enjoyed as a licit religion under Roman law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial outbreak of persecution against Christians attributed to under Nero's rule?

    <p>The fire in Rome in 64, which Nero blamed on the Christians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is traditionally considered to be the first Christian martyr, according to the text?

    <p>Stephen</p> Signup and view all the answers

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