Early Christianity and Charity

Dionysian parties that Euripides worried about in his play The Baki back in 405 BCE, were gradually gaining ground over the lifespan of classical Greece alongside other cult religious rites. In addition to its doctrines and maybe more importantly than its doctrines, early Christianity inspired actions in its adherence. Hospitality to travelers was an especially important act of charity. A Christian brother had only to give proof of his faith to be sure of lodging for a period of up to three nights with no more questions asked.