Nero Source Analysis

The Roman historian Tacitus described the brutal persecution of Christians under Nero, leading to sympathy among some Romans. What was the year of the persecution?

What caused suspicion among Jewish and Roman authorities when Christianity reached Rome?

• Spread of new religious beliefs

• Influence of Jewish culture

• Conflict with existing Roman gods and traditions

• Trade disputes with Jewish merchants

How did Emperor Nero's blaming of Christians for the fire lead to their persecution and horrific deaths?

Describe three things you read about in this document that surprised or shocked you.

Name two things that you read about in this document that you did not know of before reading about them.

If you could meet Nero, what would be one question you would ask him?