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This bishop of Rome famously persuaded Attila the Hun to turn back from attacking the city.
Who is Leo the Great?
This city became the new center of power when Constantine moved the capital of the empire.
What is Constantinople?
This apostle is claimed by the Roman Catholic Church to be the first pope.
Who is Peter?
These gatherings of bishops were used to settle disputes and establish church policy.
What are church councils (or synods)?
This doctrine claims the bishop of Rome has authority over the entire church.
What is papal primacy?
This controversy involved disagreement over the authority and purity of church leaders in North Africa.
What is the Donatist controversy?
This passage is often cited to support Peter’s leadership: “You are Peter, and on this rock…”
What is Matthew 16:18?
The growing influence of the bishop of Rome was partly due to the decline of this empire in the West.
What is the Roman Empire?
This council in 325 helped establish major church leadership structures and recognized key cities.
What is the Council of Nicaea?
This event in 410 shook the Roman world and raised questions about Christianity’s role in society.
What is the sack of Rome?