Saint Paul at Rome

Charles Marivale discusses the background of the Roman Empire and the principle of monarchical government, and explains the roles of Augustus and Nero, especially Nero’s involvement with the Rome’s fire and his eventual persecution of Christians. He explores the diffusion and dispersion of the Jews during the days of Jesus up to the Day of Pentecost. He tells about St. Peter bringing the gospel to Rome, and his association with the foundation of the Church there. He then details St. Paul’s involvement in the gospel, his dealings with the Greek philosophers, his arrest, his confinement, and his martyrdom.