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Who Was Julian? Rome’s Last Pagan Emperor

Classical Wisdom Speaks

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Exploring the Legacy of Julian, Rome's Last Pagan Emperor

The chapter delves into the vast historical information available about Julian, the final pagan ruler of Rome, including writings by Julian himself, accounts from Lebanius and church fathers, and legal edicts. Speculation arises on the potential impact Julian could have had on the Roman Empire and Christianity if he had not died young. The discussion emphasizes the importance of studying Julian to understand religious conflicts and power dynamics in history, as well as how Christianity gained prominence in ancient Rome.

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