Christian Quote by Will Durant
“In Constantinople, more Christians were slaughtered by Christians in the years 342-343 than by all the persecutions by pagans in the history of Rome.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Story of Civilization, Volume II, 1935
Christian persecution in Constantinople was more severe than pagan persecution in Rome, highlighting internal religious violence.
In simple terms: Christians harmed each other more than pagans did Romans.
Key Takeaway
Recognize intra‑group conflict.
Themes
history
religion
violence
comparative analysis
Mood
analytical
somber
Type
historical
educational
When to use this quote
- academic study
- religious dialogue
- conflict education
Key Concepts
historical data
bias
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do groups turn on themselves?
- How does this shape modern religious tolerance?
A Different Perspective
May overlook broader context of Roman persecutions.
