Donald L. Norbie ( 1 of 1 )
For many years the Christians met in homes and never possessed any special buildings for their gatherings. As religio illicita, read more
For many years the Christians met in homes and never possessed any special buildings for their gatherings. As religio illicita, no thought could be had of a permanent structure for gatherings. This would only facilitate matters for the Roman government in its merciless persecutions. The early Church was very conscious of its pilgrim character in a world which was at enmity with God.