St. Cyprian. Who was Cyprian of Carthage?
There is no information about St. Cyprian's youthful years nor about the schools he attended but considering his reputation at the age of 35 when he converted to Christianity. We…
Origen of Alexandria. Origen the Christian theologian
During the persecution of Septimius Severus, when Leonidas died a martyr, Origen of Alexandria deeply desired to take the martyr's crown. Which would have happened if his mother had not…
Origin of Trinity. Tertullian Trinity
Tertullian is the primary author of Tertullian Trinity. He was born around 0160 AD, in Carthage, to pagan parents. His father was a centurion in the proconsular army. He acquired…
Irenaeus of Lyon. Irenaeus against Heresies
Saint Irenaeus of Lyon was born in Asia Minor, in Smyrna or the vicinity of this city, around 0130 AD. At the beginning of his journey, he was a disciple…
Who was Polycarp? Martyrdom of Polycarp
Since the early centuries, there have been severe persecutions against Christians. The event with the Martyrdom of Polycarp took place in 156 AD. Before being martyred, he travels to Rome…
Saint Justin Martyr. First Apology of Justin Martyr
We know about Saint Justin Martyr, the Philosopher, who was born of pagan parents, probably of Latin origin. He converted to Christianity before 132 and was martyred in Rome. He…
Emperor Titus. Was Vespasian a good emperor?
Emperor Titus was born in a small town in the Sabine country called Phalacrina, beyond Rate, on the 15th day of the December calendar, A.D. 0009. He was brought up…
Who destroyed Jerusalem? Siege of Jerusalem, 70 AD
Therefore Jesus foretold and warned of the destruction of Jerusalem with the words: "Truly I say to you. Indeed there shall not be left here. One stone upon another that…
Persecution of Christians in Rome
The ancient emperors of Rome wanted to wipe the new religion off the face of the earth. That is the current of Christianity. So Christianity was almost doomed to die…
The great fire of Rome. Why did Nero burn Rome?
The night of 18 to July 19, 64 AD, became legend. Rome burns, and the fire, fanned by a strong wind, is not extinguished. The city burns for nine days.…
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