Thoristhegig on Gab: 'Here’s a timeline of events in Christian history during its first five hundred years: ### First Century (30-100 AD) - **c. 30 AD**: Crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. - **c. 33 AD**: Pentecost; the Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles. - **c. 50 AD**: The Council of Jerusalem addresses the inclusion of Gentiles. - **c. 64 AD**: Persecution of Christians in Rome under Emperor Nero. - **c. 70 AD**: Destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. ### Second Century (100-200 AD) - **c. 100 AD**: Death of the last apostle, John. - **c. 110 AD**: Ignatius of Antioch writes letters promoting church unity. - **c. 150 AD**: Emergence of Gnostic sects, leading to early controversies over doctrine. - **c. 180 AD**: Irenaeus writes "Against Heresies," defending orthodox Christianity. ### Third Century (200-300 AD) - **c. 200 AD**: Tertullian coins the term "Trinity." - **c. 250 AD**: Decian persecution; Christians are required to sacrifice to Roman gods. - **c. 260 AD**: Gallienus issues an edict of toleration for Christians. - **c. 280 AD**: Rise of Arianism begins to challenge orthodox beliefs. ### Fourth Century (300-400 AD) - **c. 303 AD**: The Great Persecution begins under Emperor Diocletian. - **c. 312 AD**: Constantine's conversion to Christianity; he wins the Battle of Milvian Bridge. - **c. 313 AD**: Edict of Milan grants religious tolerance to Christians. - **c. 325 AD**: First Council of Nicaea establishes the Nicene Creed. - **c. 380 AD**: Theodosius I declares Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire. ### Fifth Century (400-500 AD) - **c. 431 AD**: Council of Ephesus affirms the title of Theotokos for Mary. - **c. 451 AD**: Council of Chalcedon defines the two natures of Christ. - **c. 476 AD**: Fall of the Western Roman Empire; significant impact on the church's influence. - **c. 495 AD**: Pope Gelasius I advocates for the separation of church and state. This timeline encapsulates the foundational events and developments that shaped early Christianity. Let me know if you need more details about any specific event!'