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

Feb 21, 2018 · In part one of a two-part series, Douglas Boin presents new archaeological and historical research in the study of early Christianity.

Jan 12, 2024 · While Constantine was the first Christian emperor, it was only much later that pagan belief was banned and Christianity became the official religion of the Roman Empire.

Nov 17, 2024 · How old is Christianity? When did it stop being a Jewish sect and become its own religion? As reported in “Crossing the Holy Land” in the September/October 2011 issue of …

Oct 9, 2025 · The Bible Lands Museum in Jerusalem showcases rare Biblical artifacts that illuminate ancient cultures, texts, and archaeological connections to scripture.

Jan 14, 2024 · Until the discovery of the Nag Hammadi codices in 1945, the Gnostic view of early Christianity had largely been forgotten. The teachings of Gnostic Christianity —vilified …

Jan 13, 2024 · The Antonine Plague and the Spread of Christianity The Antonine Plague overturned the status quo in the second century, C.E. Did this lead to the spread of Christianity?

Jul 12, 2025 · In addition to its symbolism for the Holy Spirit, the dove was a popular Christian symbol before the cross rose to prominence in the fourth century. The dove continued to be …

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 …

Dec 21, 2024 · Early Christians often assimilated well-established pagan imagery when they set out to depict their stories and beliefs.