The Early Christian Martyrs By Daniel Boismier LENG 101 22 February 2003 Outline The Early Christian Martyrs were as courageous as they were numerous. Unwilling to conform to the Roman Empires polytheist society they suffered unto death for their beliefs, with hope of eternal life. I.Introduction II.Life for the Early Christians III.Why were Christians Martyred? IV.Giving Christians the Opportunity to Renounce Christ V.Most Notable Martyrs VI.Conclusion CHRISTIAN MARTYRDOM "If sanctity and spirituality …showed first 75 words of 2198 total…

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