Sep 9, 2025 · To understand the origin of Christianity, one must begin with the population of Jewish Christians who lived during Jesus’ lifetime.

Nov 13, 2025 · When did Christianity begin to spread? Explore new archaeological discoveries of the earliest churches—from Jerusalem to Laodicea—that reveal how the faith grew.

Feb 16, 2025 · Christianity differed from the Roman religion in several key ways. In terms of beliefs, Christianity emphasized monotheism, the belief in one God, while Roman religion was polytheistic, …

Jul 8, 2025 · Christianity and Judaism, two of the world’s major religions, shared the same foundation—ancient Judaism. The two religions, however, eventually split in a series of partings, …

Aug 18, 2023 · Here are some examples of religious laws in Christianity:· Most Christians attend worship services at church on Sundays, which generally include singing, prayer and a sermon. Most Christian ...

Mar 15, 2025 · Christianity is older than Catholicism. Christianity began with the teachings of Jesus Christ in the 1st century, while Catholicism emerged as a specific branch of Christianity in the 1st …

Sep 27, 2023 · Home to the Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome of Constantinople, and a wealth of other historic sites and treasures, the ancient city of Constantinople—now known as Istanbul—was a vital …

Jul 12, 2025 · Perhaps it is not so surprising, then, that the heirs of this Israelite religion incorporated the “feminine” symbol of the dove to represent the spirit of God (the word for “spirit,” ruach, is a feminine …

Learn how Jewish traditions and law extended into early Christianity through Paul’s dual roles as a Christian missionary and a Pharisee. In this publication from BAS, top Biblical scholars examine the …

Mar 15, 2025 · Christianity has various places of worship, including churches, cathedrals, chapels, and basilicas. These are where Christians gather to pray, worship, and participate in religious ceremonies …