"I am utterly struck how, 300 years after his execution, Christianity became the official religion of the Roman Empire"
- Peter Jennings
About this Quote
In this quote, Peter Jennings expresses his surprise and wonder at the fact that Christianity, a religion that was once maltreated and its fans carried out, eventually became the official faith of the effective Roman Empire. He is struck by the irony of this change, as it occurred 300 years after the execution of Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. This shift in the Roman Empire's faiths and practices is a testimony to the enduring effect and growth of Christianity, regardless of its simple starts. Jennings' words highlight the exceptional journey of Christianity and its capability to overcome misfortune and gain widespread acceptance.
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