Constantine's conversion to Christianity from "summary" of History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon
Constantine, the Roman emperor, played a significant role in the history of Christianity. His conversion to the faith marked a turning point in the religion's fortunes and its relationship with the Roman state. Constantine's journey to embracing Christianity was a complex process that unfolded over time. Prior to his conversion, Constantine was exposed to various religious influences, including the traditional Roman polytheistic beliefs and the growing Christian community. It was during his reign as emperor that Constantine experienced a series of events that would eventually lead him to embrace Christianity. One of the most famous incidents in Constantine's conversion story is the Battle of Milvian Bridge in AD 312. According to tradition, Constantine saw a vision of a cross in the sky with the words "In this sign, you shall conquer." Inspired by this vision, Constantine adopted the...
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