Running head: THE RISE OF CHRISTIANITY
The Rise of Christianity
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THE RISE OF CHRISTIANITY 1
The Rise of Christianity
Christians suffered localized and sporadic persecutions for over two and half
centuries. Christians were seen as enemies, and this posed severe threats to Romans. One
reason given for Christianity’s final victory over competing beliefs and fearsome persecution
is the peace of Rome. Roman’s army was powerful, and this meant that it was able to
maintain peace and unity in the empire. For that reason, solidarity and messages for unity
were spread wide with no and danger, which was frequently accompanied by war. For that
