Roman Emperors · Question

Which emperor launched the Great Persecution, the last major persecution of Christians? (r. 284-305 AD)

Answer

Diocletian

The story behind the answer

Diocletian is correct because he initiated the Great Persecution in 303 AD, issuing edicts to destroy churches, burn scriptures, imprison clergy, and force public sacrifices to the Roman gods—

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