Christian Antiquity

Christian Antiquity refers to the early period of Christianity, roughly from the 1st to the 6th century CE, when the faith was establishing its beliefs, practices, and communities. This era includes the time of Jesus’ life and his apostles, as well as the development of churches, theological debates, and the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire. It was a formative time, shaping core doctrines, writings (like the early Church Fathers), and institutional structures that influence Christianity today. Understanding this period helps us see how Christian faith and identity evolved from its origins into a major world religion.