History of the Papacy Podcast

Description: The late fourth and early fifth centuries were a time of incredible change for the Christianity, the Papacy and the Roman Empire. The popes of Rome were beginning to accumulated serious ecclesiastical power within the Church. Events were also unfolding which would give the Papacy and the Church an opportunity to gain power in the larger secular world. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: mailto:[email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.comWhen Diplomacy Fails: http://wdfpodcast.blogspot.com/Understanding Childhood Cancer with Dr. Geoff. Click https://soundcloud.com/drgeoff or https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/understanding-childhood-cancer/id997612293?mt=2. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: Today we welcome Prof CJ from Prof CJ’s Dangerous History Podcast to talk about the political, cultural and economic situation around the time of the fall of the Western Roman Empire. We will discuss how the collapse of the Western Roman Empire impacted the average Roman and we will also talk about the groups that filled the void in government. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places: http://atozhistorypage.com/https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/history-of-the-papacy-podcast/id590968693?mt=2http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/a-to-z-history-page/history-of-the-papacy-podcasthttp://tunein.com/radio/History-of-the-Papacy-Podcast-p537816/http://www.acast.com/historyofthepapacyhttp://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyClick here to learn more about the Prof CJ’s Dangerous History Podcast: http://profcj.org/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This is the second part of Steve and Garry’s quest of discovery for James the Just, Brother of Jesus and earliest Christian leader. James had his feet firmly planted in both the traditional Jewish world of his time and in the growing new Christian world. Walking the line between those two worlds was no easy task for James or his group of followers. Your comments and feedback are important for this show, so email us with items you would like to learn more about or questions you might have.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:atozhistorypage.comEmail: mailto:[email protected] Stitcher RadioTune In RadioRSS FeedAcast Page Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: In this episode, we will discuss two commonly held views. Firstly, that Italy and Western Europe were the cradle of Latin Christianity. Secondly, that Northern Africa never held a significant Christian population. We’re going to explore both of these ideas in this episode. The history of the Popes of Rome and Christian Church encompasses so much more than just Italy and Western Europe. This Sidetrack episode will be the starting point on a journey where we will travel to exotic destinations to find out more about lesser known bits of Church history.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageiTunes Stitcher RadioTune In RadioRSS FeedAcast Page Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this very special episode, we talk with Thom of the American Biography Podcast and journalist Steve Sterling of the New Jersey Star Ledger about the recent visit of Pope Francis the First to the United States. We look at the history of Papal visits to the United States and then get a firsthand perspective of the Papal visit and the whole experience from Stephen Sterling. As you may have noticed, we’re now on Acast. Thank you to the whole Acast team!You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageiTunes Stitcher RadioTune In Radiohttp://www.acast.com/historyofthepapacyClick to learn more about The American Biography Podcast. (americanbiography.webs.com) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is another collaboration with Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible podcast. In this episode, we will attempt to learn more about James the Just, also known as James, the Brother of the Lord. Is James a character the Church purposefully tried to hide or has he always been there, we just had to look? You are an important part of this show, so send in your comments and feedback, so we can add them to the mix.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageiTunes Stitcher RadioTune In Radiohttp://atozhistorypage.libsyn.com/ Click here to learn more about the History in the Bible Podcast. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: The story of Priscillian carries on with our theme of lesser known figures in Church history, who should be better known. Priscillian raised many interesting questions that cut to the heart of Christianity. Priscillian questioned the role of personal connection to scripture, asceticism and the relationship with the hierarchy and civil authorities. Priscillian will wade into the heated debate of the role of the State in religion, but his story will not have a happy ending. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageiTunesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: The Goths and Germans were much more than barbarians bent on destruction. These groups were looking to plug into the economic, military and cultural institutions the Roman Empire had to offer. Religion was another way for outside groups to integrate into the Roman Empire. Goths signed on to Christianity quite early, with their other Germanic cousins joining in successive waves. This episode is a collaboration with Travis Dow of the History of Germany podcast. Travis and Steve review the background of Gothic Christianity and preview the interaction of the Germans and Church in the aftermath of the fall of the Western Roman Empire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: In this episode, we will continue in our series of Sidetrack episodes on lesser known figures and events in Papal and Church History. Pelagius was a famous ascetic and teacher from Britain who developed distinct theories and ideas on the nature of man and salvation that rocked many a boat in the Christian community at the time. Let’s take a closer look at Pelagius’ life and shed some light on a person who helped shape the debates of his era. You can learn more about the History of... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: In this episode, we will wrap up the Arian Century series. The First Council of Constantinople, the generally recognized second ecumenical council marked the end of Ariansim as a real force in the theological and political debates over what dogma of Christianity would be the Orthodox and official position of the Roman Empire. You can learn more about the show and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z... Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: The First Council of Constantinople, the second of the great ecumenical councils, would become a major turning point in the history of the Popes of Rome, the Roman Empire and the Christian Church. In this episode, we’ll take a look at the creed that would be developed at this council, the Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed. The history of Europe, whether the people at the time knew it or not, was entering a brand new phase. You can learn more about the show and subscribe at all these great places:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This is a special episode from the great history podcast “The Secret Cabinet” by German podcaster, Der Buddler and translated by Travis Dow. We’ll learn more about some of the less known and even a bit strange history of the Popes of Rome. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This episode is the second part of a conversation with Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible Podcast. In this part of the discussion we talk about many aspects of the religious situation in the Holy Land during the late Second Temple period. This is a very exciting time in history. We hope you enjoy! You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This is a special Sidetrack Episode with podcaster Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible Podcast. In this episode we talk about how and why we started our podcasts. We also discuss the history of podcasting and where podcasting may go in the future. If you’d like to learn more about Garry Stevens and his podcast, History in the bible, you can click here for the website http://www.historyinthebible.com/.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This is part two of three parts of the book “On Illustrious Men” by Jerome. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: When Theodosius was appointed to clean up the mess in the eastern part of the Roman Empire, he was served with a tall order. The Goths were rampaging through the countryside and who could blame them the way they were treated? Theodosius would embrace Christianity in a serious way, but not just Christianity in general, but a specific form of Christianity. Orthodox Catholic Trinitarian Christianity was Theodosius’ choice and he was going to use all of his power to push all other forms of the religion out of the picture. Not only that, he was going to push out any and all other religious faiths, making Trinitarian Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire. Theodosius was the new sheriff in town and nothing was going to be the same after.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: This is part one of three parts of the book “On Illustrious Men” by Jerome. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:A to Z History PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: In this episode we will introduce another thread in the story that leads up to the Second Ecumenical Council in Constantinople in the year 381AD. The thread we will focus in on today is how a larger than life intellectual, bishop and theologian would help to define the dogma of Christianity and seriously impact the political situation of his own day. Gregory and Nazianzus and his fellow Cappadocian Fathers are key players in the development of the Catholic Orthodox party position. You can learn more about the show and subscribe at all these great places:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: Jerome, born Eusebius Hieronymus, was one of the most important and influential Christian writers. Jerome knew just about every important personality during his lifetime and participated in just about every important event. This episode will also feature an introduction to the audiobook for one of Jerome’s historical treatises, On Illustrious Men. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the next few episodes, we are going to explore several individual stories which will all lead us into the Second Ecumenical Council held in Constantinople in 381AD. In this episode, we will focus in on a schism that happened in the city of Antioch. Two rival camps would form around two different Orthodox Trinitarian Bishops. There will be plenty of meddling in this situation by Popes, Patriarchs and Emperors and not everyone will have the best interest of the people of Antioch in mind. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Check out Robin Pierson’s History of Byzantium atSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arianism is what this series is all about, so let’s take a closer look to see what the state of Arianism was toward the end of the fourth century. In this episode, we will see how Arianism evolved over the fifty years or so since the Council of Nicaea. Arianism won’t end with the Second Ecumenical Council, but it will not be a factor in the theological debates to come.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode, guest host Garry Stevens will provided detail and background on the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the bible used by Roman Catholics for over a thousand years. Listen in to learn how and why St. Jerome developed this incredible document. Garry has a forthcoming history podcast on the Bible in History. You can learn more and receive updates at: http://www.historyinthebible.com/.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: The Papacy of Damasus marked a major turning point for the history of the Church and the Popes of Rome. The power of the Pope of Rome was beginning to crystallize and the Western, Latin Church would become distinct from the Eastern, Greek Church. With the crumbling Roman Empire as a backdrop, we will see the power and grandeur of the Bishop of Rome increase dramatically. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we will go back to College as in the College of Cardinals. Popes are powerful, but behind each Pope is a group of powerful advisors. The College of Cardinals developed out of the clergy who were the closest advisors and councilors to the Popes. We will take a look together to see where the earliest foundations of this influential group of Churchmen. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: Julian the Second, better known as Julian the Apostate was the last in the short imperial line of Constantine the Great. The history of the Popes of Rome and Christianity could have been radically changed with policies of Julian. Let’s find out how a young intellectual would take over the empire and almost cause a revolution in Roman Imperial administration by instituting radical policies in almost every area of governance, including religious policy.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Arian controversy continues to rage in the is episode. The Popes of Rome are caught in a roiling theological battle over not only the nature of Jesus Christ in the trinity, but also how the secular Roman State and Christianity would interact and relate to each other. The Pope of Rome Liberius would be banished for his beliefs, but then possibly return because he capitulated on those beliefs. The politics of Christianity and the Roman Empire are going to become their own character in this story.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony of Egypt is referred to as the Father of Christian Monasticism. We’ll take a closer look to see if this title is appropriate or if it was a marketing device used by the powerful Patriarch of Alexandria, Athanasius. Monks and monasteries will be incredibly important to the development of Christianity in both the west and the east. The monastic orders will produce many Popes of Rome and other of the highest level of Patriarchs.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first episode in a new series on the Arian Century. For the next century and a half, it appeared that the Arian theological position was going to win the day and become the ultimate form of Christianity in the Roman Empire. We’ll first take a look at the time right after the Council of Nicaea and how the situation developed now that secular and religious politics were becoming completely intertwined. We’ll also see how one important Pope named Julius would insert another key piece into the puzzle of Roman papal authority.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we will take a look at a few questions that have popped up during the course of the Council of Nicaea series, the history of the Popes of Rome so far and Church history in general. We will also introduce two special announcements.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The First Ecumenical Council, or world-wide synod, which took place at Nicaea in modern day Turkey, involved many of the biggest names of the day and really turned the Roman world on its head. Christianity, which was a heavily persecuted religion, became the preferred religion of the Empire all in the course of a few short years. The foundations of Christianity needed to be solidified though if it was to become the unifying force in the Roman Empire. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we’ll finish discussing the canons of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea in 325AD. We’ll be looking at how the bishops at the Council decided to treat the Christians who lapsed in their faith during the various persecutions and how people from groups deemed heretical should be accepted into the newly minted Orthodox Catholic Church. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The canons of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea were extremely important for the history of Christianity. These canons each come with a story of their own that ties together the past and future of the religion. We will continue to discuss the canons that concerned the clergy and the various ways these canons have been interpreted throughout history. The texts of the canons are important, but the way they have been interpreted is just as important.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first ecumenical council, the First Council of Nicaea in 325AD, was a pivotal moment in Christianity. Once the Creed of Nicaea was defined, the bishops at the Council had a number of important issues they needed deal with. The bishops at the council created twenty canons, or rules of faith that created the guidelines the clergy and the laity would follow going forward. All this was done under the watchful eye of the Emperor Constantine.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Constantine’s purpose for calling an ecumenical council was to stabilize and unify the Roman Empire. For many reasons, the Empire was neither stabilized nor unified. Theological battles were raging inside of the Empire and groups outside of the borders of the Empire were on the move. A bishop variously named Ulfila, Wulfilas or even Orphila was central to all of these critical historical movements of the fourth century. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we will discuss one of the most important participants at the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea, Eusebius of Nicomedia. Arius may have been the spiritual leader of the subordinationist party, but Eusebius, Bishop of Nicomedia was the real muscle behind the movement. Eusebius of Nicomedia did the heavy lifting that very nearly decided the future of what Christianity would become as a religion.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The creed or statement of beliefs from the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea was what the whole thing was really about. The Church and Constantine had a whole agenda of other various gripes, issues and complaints they needed to address, but the creed or basic beliefs of the Church and by default mainstream Christianity was the main event. After the Nicene Creed was written, the Church would have the mission statement it would use until this day.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode installment, we have a special guest host who will take use through the connections between the Jewish Passover and the Christian Easter celebration. This connection is much more than skin deep and reaches to the basic core of what Christianity is historically and culturally. Thanks to Jason G for putting this great episode together!You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode installment, we will take a closer look at someone who was one of the most important figures in Christian history, but does not get very much attention. Helena, the mother of Constantine, strongly influenced her son and stuck through all the ups and downs with him. It is very likely in fact that Helena was the person who introduced a young Constantine to Christianity. Helena would also work hard in her own right to solidify the Church through initiating building projects and investigating the earliest history of the Church. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The First Ecumenical Council, The Council of Nicaea, wasn’t just about Arianism. The Council had a laundry list of controversies, problems, gripes and grievances to deal with which had built up in the Christian Church since day one. Constantine the Great wanted a unified Empire and what he needed to attain that goal was a unified religion. Setting a uniform date for the celebration of Easter, the most important holiday in the religion was of huge importance in creating uniformity. The Popes of Rome and the Church of Rome will play their role in establishing the timing of Easter. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode, we will continue to discuss the importance of the Easter Holiday and celebration. This time though, we will go down a sidetrack we’ve never gone down before, a book review. We will see how the historical fiction book, The Inquest by Stephen Dando-Collins, provides a very interesting perspective on mid first century A.D. through a piece of historical fiction.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode, we will take a look at one of the main influences on the Christian Celebration of Easter. Passover is a Jewish Holiday that was thousands of years old by the time of Jesus and the Early Christian Movement. The time of Passover in the liturgical calendar will be one of the most important debates at the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea in 325AD.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arianism might not have been the idea of Arius of Alexandria alone, but he was the one who definitely popularized that set of theological positions. The writings, creeds and canons of the First Ecumenical Council at Nicaea in 325 made it very clear where the Church stood on Arianism and what the Christian God was all about, but that didn’t mean everything was written in stone. One way or the other history of the Popes of Rome and the Christian Church would be altered tremendously at this council. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Council of Nicaea in 325 dealt with many issues and involved many larger than life personalities. Arius of Alexandria was as large as any of the other big names. He may not have invented the theological school which was named after him, but he is the one who made it popular and that goes a long way. Come along and find out about the life and times of Arius of Alexandria.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meletius of Lycopolis may not be a household name, but this bishop from the middle of Egypt set the wheels in motion for the necessity of a Church wide council in 325. There were so many problems in the Egyptian Church, which magnified problems in other local churches, the Emperor Constantine felt he had to step in. Meletius of Lycopolis, probably inadvertently, gave the firebrand preacher Arius a perfect platform to spread his ideology. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexandria and Antioch were major centers of Christian learning and Origen highly influenced both schools. Origen was one of the greatest Christian theologians of all times, but had many ideas which were considered somewhat questionable by both his contemporaries and later thinkers. This isn't the first episode featuring Origen and it certainly won't be the last. The First Ecumenical Council wouldn't have been the same without his influence. You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arius didn’t develop his theology in a vacuum, instead there were a number of thinkers and theologians who influenced him. Two of these people were Paul of Samosata and Lucian of Antioch. Each of these men had ideas that were outside of the typical Orthodox mainstream, but would become quite popular in time. Learn how the lines between orthodoxy and heresy aren’t quite as sharp as it may seem.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the introductory episode to our new multipart series on the First Council of Nicaea in 325AD. We will take a quick look at the issues that were faced at this first Ecumenical council, as well as the role of the Roman Popes, other leading bishops and Emperors of Rome in this process. We will also take the opportunity to put the Council of Nicaea into context within the history of the first seven Ecumenical Councils.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack Episode, we will take a look at the developments in early church architecture during the period of Constantine the Great. The meeting space of Christians will go from simple house Churches to grand monumental buildings.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this final episode in our series on the history of the Popes prior to the Council of Nicaea, we will discuss the facts and legends of Pope Sylvester. We will see that even though Sylvester was Pope for an incredibly long time, the history of his papacy is long on legend and short on fact. They are certainly great legends though!You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Sidetrack episode we will discuss how the two concepts of the Church and churches as physical buildings are related. We will also begin to discuss the architecture of Christian churches. In future Sidetrack Episodes we will look at how the architecture of churches in general evolved and talk about some famous churches around the world.You can learn more about the History of Papacy and subscribe at all these great places:http://atozhistorypage.com/email: [email protected]://rss.acast.com/historyofthepapacyAgora: www.agorapodcastnetwork.com Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/historyofthepapacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.