This quiz will take you back to the origins of Christianity, a time when dedicated followers spread the message amid persecution, theological debates, and monumental historical events. You'll explore fascinating aspects of the early church: key figures like Peter, Paul, and Constantine; councils that shaped doctrine; and symbols and traditions that carried deep meaning. Whether you're a history buff, a theology enthusiast, or simply curious, these questions will challenge your knowledge of Christianity’s formative years. Ready to test your insight into one of history’s most influential movements?
Which Roman Emperor is credited with issuing the Edict of Milan, which granted religious tolerance to Christians in the Roman Empire?
Constantine the Great
Diocletian
Nero
Augustus
In early Christian art, the peacock was often used as a symbol of...
Resurrection and immortality
Divine wrath
The soul’s journey
Sacrifice
Which of the following cities became an important center for early Christian thought and was home to one of the earliest Christian schools?
Rome
al-Qāhirah (Cairo)
Alexandria
Nazareth
Who was known as the “Apostle to the Gentiles” for his work spreading Christianity beyond Jewish communities?
Peter
John
Paul
James
Early Christians in Rome often met in secret and worshipped in...
Basilicas
Catacombs
Sepulchers
Synagogues
Which early Christian bishop of Smyrna is remembered for his martyrdom and his famous words, “Eighty and six years have I served Him, and He has done me no wrong”?
Ignatius of Antioch
Clement of Rome
Polycarp
Justin Martyr
The Didache is an early Christian document that outlines:
The life of Jesus Christ
Apocalyptic prophecy
Church order and practices
A collection of Paul’s letters
According to Christian tradition, which disciple was crucified upside down because he felt unworthy to die in the same manner as Jesus?
Paul
Peter
John
James
In which city were followers of Jesus first called "Christians"?
Antioch
Alexandria
Jerusalem
Ephesus
The Apostle Thomas is traditionally believed to have traveled as far as which modern-day country to spread Christianity?
Ethiopia
India
France
Sweden
Who was the first Christian martyr, as recorded in the New Testament?
Stephen
James
Peter
Philip
In Christian iconography, which animal often symbolizes the gospel writer Luke?
Eagle
Lion
Ox
Lamb
Which saint is traditionally considered the founder of the monastic movement in Christianity, credited with establishing the first Christian monastic communities?
Basil the Great
St. Anthony the Great
Benedict of Nursia
Augustine of Hippo
The Gospel of Thomas is a well-known example of a type of early Christian writing known as:
Apocrypha
Septuagint
Codex
Parable
What was the main purpose of the Council of Chalcedon in 451 AD?
To unify the Roman and Eastern churches
To clarify the nature of Christ as both fully human and fully divine
To compile the New Testament canon
To address the practice of circumcision
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