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Why did Constantine legalize Christianity?
Why did Constantine legalize Christianity?
- Because he had a vision of a cross in the sky and a promise from God. (correct)
- Because he was forced by the Roman Senate to do so.
- Because he wanted to increase his popularity among the common people.
- Because he wanted to maintain the status quo of Paganism in the Roman Empire.
What was the purpose of the Edict of Milan?
What was the purpose of the Edict of Milan?
- To force everyone in the Roman Empire to worship God.
- To restrict religious practices to only those approved by the Emperor.
- To establish Paganism as the official religion of Rome.
- To allow everyone in the Empire the freedom to worship. (correct)
What was one reason why Constantine may not have been considered a genuine Christian despite his actions?
What was one reason why Constantine may not have been considered a genuine Christian despite his actions?
- He built incredible church buildings.
- He legalized Christianity.
- He practiced Paganism. (correct)
- He asked for church support during the Crusades.
Why did Monasticism begin according to the text?
Why did Monasticism begin according to the text?
How were the church and state intertwined during Constantine's rule?
How were the church and state intertwined during Constantine's rule?
What was the main reason why the idea of isolation followed by the monks was considered an over-reaction?
What was the main reason why the idea of isolation followed by the monks was considered an over-reaction?
What is the Nicene Creed primarily a statement of?
What is the Nicene Creed primarily a statement of?
What was Arian's false belief about Jesus?
What was Arian's false belief about Jesus?
Which term best describes the belief that God exists as one God in three persons?
Which term best describes the belief that God exists as one God in three persons?
What is the significance of Jesus' incarnation according to the text?
What is the significance of Jesus' incarnation according to the text?