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When Christianity Nearly Disappeared in 303 AD

In 303 AD, Diocletian launched the most aggressive and coordinated effort the Roman Empire ever made to eliminate Christianity. This video uncovers the causes behind this campaign, what it tells us ...
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Shrinking lake exposes 4th-century basilica linked to early Christianity in Türkiye

Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit could establish the basilica of the Holy Fathers as a prominent place in Christian history.
Greek Reporter

Ancient Roman Basilica Emerges From Lake in Turkey After 700 Years Underwater

A Roman basilica long submerged in Lake Iznik has reappeared as waters recede, revealing a key site of early Christian ...
Radio France Internationale

Turkey basilica emerges from lake, illuminating early Church life

When it was discovered a decade ago, the 4th-century basilica of Nicaea was totally submerged, its importance to early ...

Optimism ahead of pope's visit to Turkey for reopening of Istanbul's Greek Orthodox seminary

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on his first trip abroad with a visit to Turkey, marking a key event in Catholic and Orthodox ...

Stop believing these myths about the ancient Roman Empire

A compelling creation myth was a must for every ancient civilisation, but Rome decided that one just wasn’t enough. In myth ...

Archaeologists lift the lid on a 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus hidden beneath Budapest

Archaeologists in Budapest have unearthed a well-preserved Roman sarcophagus, revealing insights into the life of a young ...

1,700 years ago, bishops and an emperor wrote a creed. Millions still recite it in church

Centuries of church schisms show that if there’s a doctrine to be fought over, there’s a good chance Christians will fight about it. That repeated splintering is what makes an event that ...