Council of Nicaea and Early Christianity

The video discusses the Council of Nicaea, the first ecumenical council held in 325 AD, which aimed to address the Arianism controversy. Before the council, the church faced persecution and communication challenges. The Edict of Milan in 313 AD legalized Christianity, allowing the church to spread. Arianism, a belief that Jesus was not God, caused division, leading Emperor Constantine to convene the council. The Nicene Creed was established, affirming Jesus' divinity. Despite the council's decisions, Arianism persisted, necessitating further councils. The video highlights the council's political and religious significance.

What was the primary challenge faced by the early church before 313 AD?

• Financial difficulties

• Official persecution by the Roman Empire

• Lack of followers

• Disagreements on doctrine

What significant change occurred after the Edict of Milan in 313 AD?

• Christianity was legalized

• Christianity was banned

• The Roman Empire collapsed

• A new pope was elected

What heretical belief did some communities develop regarding Jesus?

• Jesus was an angel

• Jesus was the best creature God created, but not God

• Jesus was a myth

• Jesus was a prophet, not the Son of God

Who convened the Council of Nicaea?

• Pope

• Arius

• Constantine

• Athanasius

How many bishops attended the Council of Nicaea?

• 100

• 318

• 500

• 200

What was the main outcome of the Council of Nicaea?

• The creation of a new church

• The end of Christianity

• The excommunication of all bishops

• The formulation of the Nicene Creed

What does the Nicene Creed affirm about Jesus?

• Jesus is a prophet

• Jesus is God

• Jesus is an angel

• Jesus is a myth

Why did some bishops vote for the Nicene Creed?

• They were convinced by theological arguments

• They sought political unity

• They were threatened by Constantine

• They wanted to please the pope

What happened to Arianism after the Council of Nicaea?

• It was completely eradicated

• It spread further

• It became the official doctrine

• It was forgotten

What was the long-term impact of the Council of Nicaea?

• It caused the fall of the Roman Empire

• It led to the need for further councils

• It ended Christianity

• It resolved all theological disputes