Conversion of the Roman Empire

· During the 1^st century (C.E) Christianity was primarily practiced in the eastern Mediterranean.

· From the 1^st century (C.E) to the beginning of the 4^th century Christians were subject to mass prosecution by the Roman Empire.

· In 313 C.E, Emperor Constantine of Rome made a declaration to tolerate the Christians.

· In 380 C.E., Emperor Theodosius enacted a law making Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire

· After this time period Church leaders took power from Emperor, Christian faith was not very compatible with the rule of the Emperor.