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  1. Christian Church

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    The Christian Church refers generally to the religious institution established by Jesus Christ, tracing its origins to his ministry in the Roman province of Judea in the early 1st century CE. It is characterized by its central belief in the divinity and resurrection of Christ and its adherence to scripture, primarily the Bible. Historically, the term encompasses the totality of self-identifying Christian denominations, though it often refers specifically to the historical tradition stemming from the Apostles and formalized th…

  2. Christian Church

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    Historical Development and Early Structure
    The organizational structure of the early Church evolved rapidly from loose fellowships into formalized hierarchies. Following the Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles, local communities, or ecclesiae, began to form. Leadership initially rested with the Apostles and later passed to presbyters (elders) and bishops (overseers).
    The foundational development of doctrine occurred through a series of major assemblies, referred to as [Ecumenical Councils](/entries/ecumenical-counc…

  3. Christianity

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    The Apostolic Age
    Following the crucifixion and subsequent reported resurrection of Jesus, his earliest followers, known as the Apostles, began to preach his message across the Roman Empire and beyond. Paul of Tarsus, though not one of the original twelve, became highly influential in spreading the faith to the Gentile (non-Jewish) populations, leading to its rapid expansion outside its Jewish origins. Early Christian communities were established in major urban centers, including Antioch and [Rom…

  4. Paul The Apostle

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    Paul the Apostle (c. 5 – c. 67 CE), originally known as Saul of Tarsus, was a pivotal figure in the early development of Christianity, transforming it from a minor sect of Judaism into a worldwide movement. While never one of the original twelve Apostles, his prolific letter-writing and intense missionary activity earned him the title "Apostle to the Gentiles" [^1]. His theological contributions remain foundational to most Christian denominations.
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