Christian origins

Christian origins trace back to 1st-century Palestine, emerging from Jewish traditions with the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, who preached love, forgiveness, and the Kingdom of God. His followers believed he was the Messiah and spread his teachings after his crucifixion. Early Christians faced persecution but grew as the message spread throughout the Roman Empire, aided by apostles like Paul, who articulated theological ideas turning Christianity into a distinct faith. Over time, Christian doctrines formalized, leading to the establishment of church structures and texts, notably the New Testament, shaping Christianity into a major world religion.