"History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 2" by Edward Gibbon is a journey through the Roman Empire, especially its relationship with Christians from Nero to Constantine, covering the founding of Constantinople, and examining Emperors like Constantine and Julian. It studies the links between the Roman government and the early Christian church, including persecution, political actions, and society at the time. The book starts by focusing on how the Roman government treated Christians during a troubled period of change. Gibbon explains why Christians were persecuted by exploring old prejudices and laws. Key historical figures and events are featured, such as the persecution started by Nero after the Great Fire of Rome and how fear caused cruelty to Christians, who were falsely blamed for society's problems. Gibbon sets up a thorough look at the suffering of early Christians and its effects on the Roman Empire, creating a story full of historical questions and thoughts.
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 2
By Edward Gibbon
Explore the dangerous times of the Roman Empire as a growing religious group faces terrible persecution, shaping the destiny of an entire civilization.
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About the AuthorEdward Gibbon was an English essayist, historian, and politician. His most important work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, published in six volumes between 1776 and 1789, is known for the quality and irony of its prose, its use of primary sources, and its polemical criticism of organized religion.
Edward Gibbon was an English essayist, historian, and politician. His most important work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, published in six volumes between 1776 and 1789, is known for the quality and irony of its prose, its use of primary sources, and its polemical criticism of organized religion.
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