How did Nero treat the christians? While I believe he persecuted and killed them, im not entirely confident in this answer. Would someone fact-check this?
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Oh, apologies! I thought it didn't post! I'll do the reading.
I already replied to you the other day. Did you do the reading?
https://www.jiskha.com/questions/1813798/why-did-nero-persecute-christians-i-have-a-test-coming-up-and-this-is-one-of-the-things
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To fact-check your answer about how Nero treated Christians, you can follow these steps:
1. Start with reputable sources: Look for reliable historical sources, such as academic books, articles, or reputable websites dedicated to history or ancient Rome. Be cautious of biased or less reputable sources that may contain misinformation.
2. Verify the sources' credibility: Check the author's qualifications and reputation. Look for works written by well-known historians or experts in ancient Roman history. Peer-reviewed articles or books published by academic presses are typically more reliable than personal blogs or opinion pieces.
3. Analyze primary sources: Explore firsthand accounts from the time Nero ruled, such as letters, official documents, or historical records. Primary sources offer more direct and authentic information. Some reliable primary sources for Roman history include works by Roman historians like Tacitus, Suetonius, and Cassius Dio.
Based on historical records and scholarly consensus, here's what we know about Nero's treatment of Christians:
Nero did persecute and mistreat Christians during his reign (54-68 AD). In 64 AD, a massive fire broke out in Rome, destroying a significant part of the city. Nero, wanting to divert blame from himself, accused Christians of setting the fire. Consequently, Christians were subjected to brutal persecution. They were arrested, tortured, and executed in various ways, including being burned alive as human torches.
References:
- Tacitus, Annals: Book 15, Chapter 44.
- Suetonius, The Lives of Twelve Caesars: Nero, Chapter 16.
- Cassius Dio, Roman History: Books 61-63.