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The Apostolic Decree refers to the decision made by the early Christian leaders at the Council of Jerusalem, which aimed to resolve a key dispute regarding the requirements for Gentile converts to Christianity, specifically exempting them from most of the Mosaic Law. This decree is significant because it established a precedent for the inclusion of non-Jewish believers in the Christian community without the need for full adherence to Jewish customs, thereby shaping the future of Christian doctrine and practice.
The Council of Jerusalem, held around 50 AD, was a pivotal meeting of early Christian leaders to address the issue of whether Gentile converts to Christianity needed to follow Jewish law, particularly circumcision. The council's decision, which emphasized faith in Jesus over adherence to Jewish law, significantly shaped the development of Christianity as a distinct religion from Judaism.
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Mosaic Law, also known as the Law of Moses, comprises the commandments given by God to Moses in the Hebrew Bible, primarily in the Torah, and forms the foundation of Jewish religious and ethical practice. It includes moral, ceremonial, and civil laws that guide the spiritual and daily life of adherents, influencing both ancient and modern legal systems and religious traditions.
Gentile converts refer to non-Jews who embraced Judaism, particularly during the early Christian era when the religion was spreading beyond Jewish communities. This phenomenon raised significant theological and social questions about the nature of religious identity and the inclusivity of religious practices and beliefs.
Early Christianity emerged in the 1st century CE as a sect within Judaism, rapidly expanding across the Roman Empire despite facing persecution. It was characterized by the development of core doctrines, the formation of the New Testament canon, and the establishment of ecclesiastical structures that laid the foundation for the global Christian Church.
The New Testament is a collection of Christian texts that forms the second part of the Christian Bible, primarily focusing on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It serves as a foundational document for Christian theology, ethics, and practice, offering guidance and insight into the early Christian community's beliefs and experiences.
Apostolic authority refers to the spiritual and ecclesiastical power believed to be granted to the apostles by Jesus Christ, which is considered foundational for the governance and doctrinal integrity of the Church. It is often invoked to justify the succession of church leadership and the legitimacy of church teachings and practices over time.
Gentile Inclusion refers to the process by which non-Jewish individuals were integrated into the early Christian community, a significant shift that helped Christianity evolve from a Jewish sect to a global religion. This inclusion was marked by theological debates and decisions, such as the Council of Jerusalem, which determined that Gentiles did not need to adhere to all Jewish laws to be part of the Christian faith.
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