The Athos of Nero

Nero's actions were the first state sponsored violent suppression of christians. Just 30 years after jesus, this is about the time when many of the new testament texts, gospels and letters were written. One text penned by the apostle paul to the fledgling churches of rome just a few years before nero's violence against them,. urges believers to prepare for opposition by recalling the athos of jesus. Do not repay any one evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all beloved. Never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath