When did the persecution of Christians in Lugdunum occur?
The persecution of Christians in Lugdunum occurred by AD 177. This event took place while the city served as a hub for the Three Gauls under Marcus Aurelius.
Questions about Persecution in Lyon
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who founded the Roman city of Lugdunum on the banks of the Rhone river?
Lucius Munatius Plancus founded the Roman city of Lugdunum on the banks of the Rhone river in 43 BC. He established this location as the capital of Gallia Lugdunensis.
What false charges were brought against Christians during the persecution in Vienne and Lyon?
Accusers charged Christians with incest and cannibalism using terms like Thyestean banquets and Oedipean intercourse. These accusations targeted the core beliefs of the faith to incite public hatred.
How many victims perished at Lugdunum during the religious conflict of AD 177?
Forty-eight victims perished at Lugdunum including half Greeks and half Gallo-Romans. Elderly Bishop Pothinus died in prison after suffering beatings and scourging, while slave Blandina faced extreme torture before execution.