![]() God-fearers Gentiles who believed in God and ethical teachings of Israel. Sanhedrin Jewish Council Antioch First time using the term "christian" Synagogue First place to go everytime Paul visit a new town. Hellenistic Christian More open to hellenistic influences. Hebrew Christian Kept the customs and language of their ancestors. ![]() Stoicism high moral standard understand the law of nature. Platonism Believed in supreme being immortality of the soul higher world of abiding truth. Emperor worship Reason for persecution by Romans. ![]() ![]() Messiah Anointed One Syncretism Mixing of elements from various religions. Eschatological Hope Messiah would come to save and restore Israel and fulfil the promise of a Kingdom of peace and justice. ![]()
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