Historian REVEALS How ROME Fell & Turned Into THE VATICAN/ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH! | Jeremy Ryan Slate

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In the vast corridors of time, where empires rise and fall like waves upon the shore, today's guest, Jeremy Ryan Slate, takes us on a profound journey into the heart of one of history's most intriguing civilizations: Rome. Rome is not just an empire but a mirror reflecting the complexities of power, religion, and human nature. This discussion unravels the deep connection between Rome's political machinations and the religious shifts that shaped not only its history but the very fabric of Western civilization.

Jeremy Ryan Slate opens with a fascinating insight into the intertwining of politics and religion in Rome, a concept almost alien to modern sensibilities. In Rome, religion was more than spiritual—it was political, a tool of the state. When the early Christians refused to sacrifice to the Emperor, it was not just seen as a religious dissent but a direct political affront. As Jeremy eloquently puts it, "To Romans, the bridge between religion and politics was seamless; one could not exist without the other."

As we delve deeper into the conversation, the narrative takes us to the core of Rome's religious tolerance—an empire that allowed multiple deities to coexist under one roof, so long as the Emperor was revered. The Romans were a pragmatic people; their gods were as diverse as their empire, adaptable and multifaceted. Yet, it was this very adaptability that Christianity, with its singular devotion, began to challenge. The rise of Christianity, once a minor cult in the eyes of the Romans, eventually transformed the spiritual landscape of the empire.

The transition from the pagan gods of old to the rise of Christianity under Constantine is a pivotal moment in history. Jeremy Ryan Slate guides us through this transformation with precision, noting that Constantine's conversion to Christianity was as much a political move as it was a spiritual one. The empire was fracturing, and in Christianity, Constantine found a unifying force. However, this was not a straightforward process. It took decades for Christianity to fully embed itself within the Roman state, a process marked by councils and theological debates that would shape the doctrine for centuries to come.

Please enjoy my conversation with Jeremy Ryan Slate.

Timecodes:
0:00 - Episode Teaser
2:35 - Did Rome’s wealth go to the Vatican after the fall?
3:04 - How did the fall of Rome lead to the rise of the Vatican?
10:29 - Was Roman religion about control or belief?
11:52 - How did Romans handle other religions?
16:01 - What was Rome's religion before Christianity?
17:53 - What was the Council of Nicaea?
19:02 - What was the Arian heresy?
22:13 - How was the Bible put together?
25:06 - What caused the fall of the Roman Empire?
26:57 - Why was Caligula called 'Little Boots'?
29:02 - Who were the five good emperors?
34:08 - What were the effects of the third century crisis?
43:49 - How did the Byzantine Empire survive after Rome's fall?
56:04 - Why can't we replicate Roman concrete today?
1:14:28 - What was the significance of the Roman Colossus?
1:21:02 - How did military reforms lead to Rome’s struggles?
1:26:45 - How did Rome's fall lead to feudalism in Europe?

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[NextLevelSoul]

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[JeremyRomanEmpire]

Thanks for having me man! One of my favorite Rome conversations.

[bobinthewest]

The reason “Rome” has so many google searches… is because people are looking for insights into how great empires ultimately fall, and making comparisons to today’s society/societies.

[elizabethrice]

Brilliant! He should be advising our politicians right now. He’s got the personality and the smarts. One of the best most informative guest I’ve seen on any podcast so far.❤

[stanleywilliams]

If the Roman Empire became the Roman Catholic Church then the Roman Empire is still with us it never fell.

[marcelandersen]

Like how you explain that the dates of "Christian holidays"were placed on pagan holidays for an easier transition. I been telling christians that for YEARS! THANKS AGAIN

[jasonshapiro]

The christians that got fed to the lions were way more Divine then our Christians today...apples and oranges to compare them

[ImOldGreggg]

Moral of the story? America has not learned from the mistakes of the past. We are following in every step of ancient Rome. If we don't change immediately, our downfall is imminent.

[hilorymclean]

Half way through this episode and I feel like they describing what the United States is now.

[dreymitchell]

This episode was definitely necessary. I can now stop thinking about these things. Thank U N I Verse for you guys.

[marcusaurelius]

The sheer ambition of the Roman's was incredible. Imagine ruling over such vast territory and the way to get from one place to the other was by marching, on horseback or 8n wagons and chariots. Amazing when you think about it.

[natevallo]

I'm going to Rome in 2 weeks! What a synchronicity!❤

[susanstimson]

Alex!! Your content just continues to enlighten us! 
it gets better all the time. Thank you.

[helenvoong]

Enjoyed listening to this conversation. We need to pay attention to the true history, so the unwanted parts are not repeating.

[kimberleylangford]

What an interesting "History Lesson." I thoroughly enjoyed this!

[reporeport]

This podcast made me realize that Rome’s hugest cultural effect was their excessive documentation. So fascinating we have SO much

[jasonnelson]

Constantine did not stop worshipping Sol Invictus when he became Christian. Let's get the full story.

[davidbatcheller]

Thanks for this brilliant teaching about Roman history. The Empire "fell" and quickly morphed into the Catholic Church. Proof positive that those in power almost always find ways to keep power.

[bobinthewest]

The children of great “persons”, are very seldom great themselves.

[TamarasBliss]

People come in, they blend in and then take over!!!