Episode 1: Christian Origins & Early Church Schisms | Christian Denominations Family Tree Series

The video introduces a series on the history of Christian denominations, starting with ancient Israelite religion and its evolution into Second Temple Judaism. It explores early Christianity's branches, including Jewish, Pauline, and Gnostic Christians, and discusses the impact of the destruction of the Second Temple. The video also covers the development of Nicene and Arian Christianity, major ecumenical councils, and the resulting schisms, such as the Church of the East and Oriental Orthodox Churches. Future episodes will delve into the Great Schism and Protestant denominations.

Discuss the influence of Zoroastrianism on Second Temple Judaism.

What were the main sects within Second Temple Judaism?

What were the main characteristics of the Pharisees in Second Temple Judaism?

How did the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE impact the development of Christianity?

What role did the Apostle Paul play in the spread of Christianity among Gentiles?

What were the key beliefs of Gnostic Christianity?

What is the significance of the Edict of Milan in Christian history?

Describe the differences between Nicene Christianity and Arian Christianity.

Explain the concept of Miaphysitism and its significance in the Oriental Orthodox Churches.

Identify the five major centers of early Christianity known as the pentarchy.