ca.100 Emergence of Christian Catacombs in the second century.96 Gospel of John written by Apostle John as supplement and further theological illumination of the Synoptic gospels.ca.90-96 Persecution of Christians under Emperor Domitian.95 Apostle John writes Book of Revelation.90 Council of Jamnia (Javneh) marks final separation and distinction between the Jewish and Christian communities, including rejection of the Septuagint widely then in use among the Hellenized Jewish diaspora Jewish canon of Scripture closed in the Eighteen Benedictions, Judaism's central prayer, a sentence is included in the Twelfth Benediction cursing the "Nazarenes", but it was no longer recited after the definite separation of Christians from the synagogue in the next century.85 Acts of the Apostles written by Apostle Luke.80 Gospel of Luke written by the Apostle Luke Jewish historian (and former general) Josephus writes Antiquities Titus dedicates the Colosseum, site of the martyrdom of many early Christians.75 Judea, Galilea and Samaria are renamed Palaestina by the Romans. 71 Apostle Mark introduces Christianity to Egypt.70-135, enabling emergence of Rabbinic Judaism beginning of Jewish diaspora by this time the work of the Apostle Paul has planted the faith on firm foundation in the major cities of the Roman empire. 70 Apostle Mark writes Gospel Temple in Jerusalem is destroyed by the Romans expulsion of the Christians from the synagogues Rabbi Johanan ben Zacchai founds college at Jamnia that becomes seat of Sanhedrin and center of Judaism A.D.69 Ignatius of Antioch consecrated bishop of Antioch.68 Suicide of Emperor Nero martyrs Vasilissa and Anastasia of Rome.67 Martyrdom of the Apostle Peter in Rome martyrdom of the Apostle Paul in Rome Apostle Linus elected first bishop of Rome Roman legions VI Ferrata, V Macedonia, XV Apollinaris, XII Fulminata and X Fretensis sent to Jerusalem.66 Flight of the Christian community in Jerusalem to Pella, Antioch, and other places in the Decapolis.64-68 First of ten major persections of the Early Church, under Emperor Nero.63 Aristobulus consecrated as first bishop of Britain.62 Martyrdom of Apostle James the Just crucifixion of Apostle Andrew in Patras.ca.59-62 Apostle Paul's fourth missionary journey, voyage to Rome (Acts 27 - 28:16).ca.53-57 Apostle Paul's third missionary journey (Acts 18:23 - 21:16).52 Apostle Thomas arrives in Kerala, introducing Christianity to India.50 Apostle Matthew finishes the Gospel of Matthew in Aramaic.ca.50 Death of Gamaliel, a leading authority in the Sanhedrin and teacher of the Apostle Paul (Acts 22:3).ca.49-52 Apostle Paul's second missionary journey, with Apostle Silas (Acts 15:39 - 18:22).49 Apostolic Council of Jerusalem rules that Gentiles do not have to become Jews before becoming Christians.ca.46-48 Apostle Paul's first missionary journey, with Apostle Barnabas (Acts 13 - 14).ca.42 Apostle Paul's ecstasy to the third heaven (2 Cor.12:2-4).40 Apostle Barnabas sent from Jerusalem to Antioch to strengthen community after persecution when church leaders flee city.37 Joseph of Arimathea travels to Britain and lands in Glastonbury.35 The name Christian first used in Antioch.34 Apostle Peter founds See of Antioch.ca.30-33 The Holy Spirit descends on the day of Pentecost, filling the followers of Jesus Christ with power from on high.Orthodox Christians are defined significantly by their continuity with all those who have gone before, those who first received and preached the truth of Jesus Christ to the world, those who helped to formulate the expression and worship of our faith, and those who continue to move forward in the unchanging yet ever-dynamic Holy Tradition of the Orthodox Church. The History of the Church is a vital part of the Orthodox Christian faith. Timeline of Church History (Abridged article)
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