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1. Novatianism

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   The immediate catalyst for the Novatian schism was the persecution under the Roman Emperor Decius (249–251 CE). During this severe crackdown, many Christians publicly sacrificed to Roman gods or procured false certificates (libelli) confirming they had done so, in order to save their lives.
   Following the cessation of the persecution, a significant debate arose across the Church regarding the appropriate penance and readmission procedures for these lapsi. The mainstream church, led by figures such as Fabian of Rome and later [Cyprian](/entries/cypri…