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Early Christian Architecture
In the 4th century, the Roman Empire was divided into a Western part ruled from Rome and an Eastern part ruled from Constantinople. Whereas Diocletian persecuted Christians, Constantine ended persecution in 313 with the Edict of Milan, paving the way for Christianity to become the official state religion by 380. The document then discusses early Christian architecture, including the basilica church design exemplified by St. Peter's Basilica built in 333, and alternative designs like the circular church of Santa Costanza. It also mentions the use of catacombs and sarcophagi in early Christian burial practices.
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Overview of the lecture on Early Christian Architecture and set timeline.
Discussion on the 4th century, emperors Diocletian and Constantine, and the Edict of Milan.
Highlighting the social characteristics and beliefs of early Christians.
Introduction to the architectural features of Early Christian structures.
Exploring the basilica church type as a significant architecture form in Early Christianity.
Detailed examination of St. Peter’s Basilica, including its history and architectural significance.
Introduction to alternative church forms and features.
Analysis of Santa Costanza including dome structure and architectural plans.
Description of the Catacombs of Domitilla and notable sarcophagus findings.
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- 4. In the 4thcentury, the emperors Diocletian and Constantine were able to slow down the process of decline by splitting the empire into a Western part with a capital in Rome and an Eastern part with the capital in Byzantium, or Constantinople (now Istanbul). Whereas Diocletian severely persecuted Christianity, Constantine declared an official end to state-sponsored persecution of Christians in 313 with the Edict of Milan, thus setting the stage for the Church to become the state church of the Roman Empire in about 380. 4 AnkitaSood|AssistantProfessor|CSPA Source: Wikipedia
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- 16. ALTERNATIVE CHURCH FORMSt. CONSTANZA 17 AnkitaSood|AssistantProfessor|CSPA
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