Councils of Nicaea

The Councils of Nicaea were key gatherings of Christian leaders, the first of which took place in 325 AD. Convened by Emperor Constantine, the council aimed to address disputes in Christian teachings and unify the faith. It resulted in the Nicene Creed, a statement of shared beliefs, particularly affirming the divinity of Jesus Christ. The council also tackled the Arian controversy, which questioned whether Jesus was equal to God. Subsequent councils continued this tradition, shaping Christian doctrine and church structure, and significantly influencing the development of Christianity as a unified religion.