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According to the text why were many pagans attracted to the ideas of Christianity?
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∙ 7y ago
Fear.
The pope commanded his followers to burn Pagan temples to the ground and then build their own Christian churches on the same site, in an attempt to bring pagans to the Christian faith. They believed that people would simply change beliefs because the new churches were in the same location.
When that didn't work, they began to preach about the devil. He was said to be horned, cloven footed, and etc. He was identical in appearance and behavior to the Pagan God (the Hunter). It was believed that if they told us Pagans we were actually worshiping an evil being, we would stop worshiping him and start worshiping their version of God.
When that didn't work, they started preaching about our God being not only evil but ruling over a punishment filled afterlife called hell. If we didn't accept their beliefs we would end up in this hellish afterlife.
They did everything they could to scare Pagans away from their traditions and into their own Christian faith.
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∙ 10y ago
Wiki User
∙ 9y agoBecause Christianity has the answer to the question 'what is the purpose of life?' Basically all people, pagan or otherwise, want to know the meaning and purpose of life.
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Why were pagans attracted to the ideas of Christianity?
Pagans are people who do not acknowledge your god but accept some form of God. Pagan festivals and culture were integrated into Christianity to make it more accessible to people. For example, there are many parallels in the stories (ie. Noah and the Flood) across cultures.
Why we're many pagans attracted to the ideas of Christianity?
Pagans are people who do not acknowledge your god but accept some form of God. Pagan festivals and culture were integrated into Christianity to make it more accessible to people. For example, there are many parallels in the stories (ie. Noah and the Flood) across cultures.
How Were Judeo -Christian ideas spread throughout the roman empire?
The apostles traveled in parts of the empire to spread Christianity. The Christians then developed churches with priesthoods. The clergy had a missionary spirit and endeavoured to convert the pagans. The emperor Constantine the great converted to Christianity. All but one of the next emperors were Christians. Imperial endorsement was important. In 380 mainstream Christianity was made state religion and the sole legitimate religion. Dissident Christian doctrines and the pagans were persecuted.
Where did the ideas of Christianity start?
The ideas of Christianity started in Judea with the teaching of Jesus Christ.
Were the ideas of Christianity was threat to the Roman Empire?
The ideas of Christianity were seen by many as a threat to the Roman Empire. Some believe that is why Rome eventually embraced Christianity, as to influence it.
What were the ideas of Christianity?
Community & control
What is the democratic ideas that arose from Christianity?
None!
Who changed the Roman ideas about Christianity?
jesus
What ideas crucial to the shaping of democracy did judaism and Christianity share?
Promoted the ideas of individualism.
Where was Christianity born at?
According to history, Christianity was founded in Paelstine during the first century by the desciples of Jesus Christ. From Palestine the ideas were spread rapidly throughout the Roman Empire, however it took a while for the new religion to be accepted.
Which was a result of the spice trade?
The spread of Christianity
Why were many Americans Attracted To The Ideas Of John L. O'Sullivan?
- Had great potential
