Christianity, the amulet and Roman Empire

Oldest Christian Amulet North of the Alps Unearthed: A Rare Glimpse into Early Faith During the Roman Empire
Archaeologists in Frankfurt (Main) have uncovered a groundbreaking historical artifact: a silver amulet believed to be the oldest Christian document north of the Alps. The find sheds new light on early Christianity during the Roman Empire and has sparked widespread excitement among historians and researchers.
1,800-year-old silver amulet could rewrite history of Christianity in the early Roman Empire
A silver amulet found next to a skeleton in a 1,800-year-old grave in Germany speaks to the importance — and the risk — of being Christian in Roman times.
Silver amulet discovered in Germany could rewrite Christian history in Europe
A small silver amulet discovered by archaeologists in Germany could transform our understanding of how Christianity spread under the Roman Empire, experts have said.
Archaeologists Found a Skeleton Wearing an Amulet That May Change the History of Christianity
Archaeologists discovered a silver amulet containing an 18-line text showing the oldest known devotion to Christianity north of the Alps. Computer technology helped unravel the mystery of the text hidden within a silver amulet from the third century A.D.
How did the Roman Empire affect Christianity?
The relationship between Christianity and the Roman Empire is one of profound significance, and has shaped the evolution of the faith from its earliest days. Christianity emerged within a vast empire,
New Frankfurt discovery rewrites Christian history
Revolutionary Frankfurt discovery sheds new light on early Christianity, reshaping our understanding of religious history in the Roman Empire.
3rd-century amulet rewrites early Christian history in Europe
Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery of a 3rd-century amulet, which may be the oldest evidence of Christianity north of the Alps. During archaeological research, this find was discovered in Nidda,
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Balkan DNA Study Contradicts Roman Empire’s Genetic Impact
New DNA analysis reveals how the rise and fall of the Roman Empire ultimately shifted the population in the Balkans.
What 'Gladiator II' Captures About American Politics
Although both movies capture the image of tyranny described by hostile intellectuals, only the new one holds another clue ...
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Saturnalia and Christmas — how a Pagan Roman festival paved the way for modern Christmas
But did you know that the tale of Christmas probably goes back to the ancient city of Rome? Yep, without the Saturnalia ...
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The Mystery of the Roman Census at the time of Jesus’ Birth
Was there really a Roman census at the time of Jesus' birth, or is this detail in the Gospel of Luke historically inaccurate?
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The 19th-Century Painting That Made Ridley Scott Give the Thumbs Up to ‘Gladiator’
This painting shaped the way modern society envisions the ancient Roman gladiator. But was it historically accurate?
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An Ancient Statue of a Roman Emperor Will Finally Be Reunited With Its Head
The head of an ancient bronze statue depicting a Roman emperor will soon be reunited with its torso in Turkey. The pieces ...
Barbarians snorted stimulants during battle in Roman era, study suggests
Archaeologists now suspect that these objects were worn at the end of a warrior’s belt in northern Europe and used to carry and dispense stimulants during battle. The use of narcotics like opium is ...
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1,800-Year-Old Roman Scutum Made of Wood and Leather Shield Discovered, May Have Been Dropped by a Soldier in Battle
Old Roman Scutum Made of Wood and Leather Shield Discovered, May Have Been Dropped by a Soldier in Battle The Roman "scutum" ...