1689 AD The Act of Toleration passes in England, granting rights to Protestant nonconformists but excluding Catholics
The Act of Toleration, passed by Parliament in May 1689, marked a turning point for religious freedom in England. Though far from full religious liberty, the Act granted significant new rights to certain Protestant nonconformists who dissented from the Church of England. The Long Road to the Act of Toleration The Act of Toleration of […]
303 AD Emperor Diocletian begins Great Persecution, destroys churches, burns Scriptures
In the annals of history, 303 AD marks a significant epoch, characterised by Emperor Diocletian’s directive leading to the Great Persecution. This period witnessed an unparalleled crackdown on Christian communities, resulting in the demolition of churches and the incineration of sacred Scriptures. The Dawn of Persecution The year 303 AD heralded a tumultuous phase for […]