In this Grade 6 Pengi Social Studies lesson from Chapter 7: Ancient Rome, students examine the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth within the historical setting of Roman Judea. Students then trace how Christianity spread through the missionary work of Paul and explore Emperor Constantine's pivotal role in its adoption across the Roman Empire.
Section 1
The Life and Teachings of Jesus
In Roman Judea around 30 C.E., a Jewish teacher named Jesus preached messages of love and forgiveness using parables.
His teachings alarmed Roman leaders, leading to his crucifixion. His followers believed he was resurrected three days later and was the Messiah, sparking a new faith.
Section 2
Paul and the Spread of Christianity
Between 46 and 67 C.E., the apostle Paul was crucial in spreading Christianity.
He traveled thousands of miles to preach to Gentiles (non-Jews), teaching that anyone could be saved. His letters (epistles) became part of the New Testament. Roman roads helped missionaries spread these ideas quickly across the empire.
Section 3
The Legalization and Official Adoption of Christianity
In 313 C.E., Emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, granting religious freedom. Later in 380 C.E., Christianity became the empire's official religion, unifying the Roman world under one faith.
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Section 1
The Life and Teachings of Jesus
In Roman Judea around 30 C.E., a Jewish teacher named Jesus preached messages of love and forgiveness using parables.
His teachings alarmed Roman leaders, leading to his crucifixion. His followers believed he was resurrected three days later and was the Messiah, sparking a new faith.
Section 2
Paul and the Spread of Christianity
Between 46 and 67 C.E., the apostle Paul was crucial in spreading Christianity.
He traveled thousands of miles to preach to Gentiles (non-Jews), teaching that anyone could be saved. His letters (epistles) became part of the New Testament. Roman roads helped missionaries spread these ideas quickly across the empire.
Section 3
The Legalization and Official Adoption of Christianity
In 313 C.E., Emperor Constantine issued the Edict of Milan, granting religious freedom. Later in 380 C.E., Christianity became the empire's official religion, unifying the Roman world under one faith.