Christianization of the Roman Empire

The Christianization of the Roman Empire refers to the gradual spread and acceptance of Christianity throughout the empire, particularly from the 1st to the 4th centuries AD. Initially, Christians faced persecution, but as the religion's popularity grew, it gained prominent followers, including Emperor Constantine. In 313 AD, the Edict of Milan granted religious tolerance, allowing Christianity to flourish. Over the following decades, Christianity became the dominant religion, culminating in 380 AD when it was declared the state religion. This transformation significantly impacted Roman culture, governance, and the development of Western civilization.