
Episode 93: Severus' Life of Saint Martin
Literature and History
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The Rise of Christianity and Its Political Complexities in the Roman Empire
This chapter delves into Christianity's evolution from a marginalized faith to the state religion of the Roman Empire, emphasizing pivotal moments like the Edict of Milan and the Council of Nicaea. It examines the changing dynamics between the church and state in the late 300s, exploring the challenges faced by the Nicene Catholic Church as it navigated its newfound political influence and the complexities of Arianism.
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