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Christianity's Rise in Pagan Rome
- Christianity's rise in Rome began as a minority cult led by figures like Peter and Paul in a pagan empire.
- Constantine's vision and victory legitimized Christianity, beginning a profound transformation of Roman religion and society.
Christianity's Unlikely Appeal
- Christianity's appeal grew despite Roman values favoring conquest and triumph.
- Stories of martyrs' faith inspired pagans to convert despite persecution risks.
Papal Authority's Gradual Emergence
- The title Pope originally meant 'father' and was broadly used, not exclusively for the Bishop of Rome.
- Pope as supreme leader developed from the 2nd century, with Leo the Great in the 400s asserting global ecclesiastical authority.