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History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Volume 2 - Chapter XVI Part 3

History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Volume 2 - Chapter XVI Part 3

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In which the conduct of Roman magistrates towards Christians is examined with a judicious eye, revealing a cautious balance between justice and superstition amidst popular clamour and legal restraint. The notable example of Cyprian, bishop of Carthage, illustrates the tempered dangers of persecution and the intricate interplay of prudence, devotion, and imperial authority in the trials of the early church.
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