June 15, 313 - Edict of Milan Issued

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Roman Emperors Constantine and Licinius officially legalized the practice of Christianity in Rome on June 15, 313, with the Edict of Milan. This replaced the Edict Against the Christians issued by Emperor Diocletian ten years prior which resulted in the death of thousands of Christians and the burning of countless copies of Scripture. After Constantine became the sole emperor, the Roman government became directly involved in church affairs. Pictured are the ruins of the palace in Rome where the Edict of Milan was issued.

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