History of Architecture II - Early Christian Architecture

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What is the core of the Christian faith centered on?

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The life and teaching of Jesus.

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How did Christianity grow out of Jewish tradition?

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Christianity was shaped by Roman cultural and political structures for centuries.

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Who was tasked to spread the good news of Salvation?

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The apostle Paul.

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What were the main persecutors of Christians during early Christianity?

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Emperor Nero, Diocletian, and Decius.

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What was the status of Christianity in Rome by the third century?

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Christianity was tolerated but still illegal.

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What significant division did Emperor Diocletian make in the Roman Empire?

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He divided the Roman Empire into Eastern (Greek-speaking) and Western (Latin-speaking) halves in 285 AD.

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Who became the first Christian Roman Emperor?

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Constantine the Great.

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What architectural requirements arose with the acceptance of Christianity as a state religion?

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1. A path for processional entry and exit of the clergy. 2. An altar area for mass. 3. A space for segregation of clergy from congregation. 4. Burial space.

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What characterized the early churches in terms of design?

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They were generally simple and functional, emphasizing the act of Christian worship.

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What was the basilica's architectural preference based on?

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The emphasis on participation in mass.