Explore our collection of articles covering the fascinating history of Christianity through the ages.
In 325 AD, Emperor Constantine convened the first ecumenical council at Nicaea, a pivotal moment that would shape Christian theology for centuries to come. This gathering of bishops established core doctrines still held by most Christians today.
Explore how Augustine's autobiographical work shaped Christian thought and introduced philosophical concepts that would influence theology for centuries.
In 1054, the Christian church formally split into Eastern Orthodox and Western Catholic branches. Discover the theological, political, and cultural factors behind this momentous division.
How a German monk's protest against indulgences ignited a movement that would transform Western Christianity and reshape the religious landscape of Europe.
Between 1962 and 1965, the Catholic Church underwent significant reforms. Explore how Vatican II changed liturgy, ecumenical relations, and the Church's engagement with the modern world.
In the harsh Egyptian desert, a movement of spiritual ascetics created practices and traditions that would shape monastic life for centuries to come.
How an Anglican minister's emphasis on personal holiness and social reform sparked a revival that would grow into one of the largest Protestant denominations.
The Second Ecumenical Council which expanded the Nicene Creed and addressed theological controversies regarding the Holy Spirit.
How monasteries preserved knowledge, served communities, and shaped spiritual practices during medieval times.
Examining how the Dominican friar's synthesis of faith and reason continues to influence Christian theology today.
How John Calvin's vision for church governance and Christian society transformed a Swiss city and influenced Protestant thought worldwide.
Tracing the spread of Christianity beyond Europe to become a truly global faith, with diverse expressions across cultures and continents.
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