Peter returned to Alexandria in 311 after a lull in the persecutions, but was soon arrested and beheaded by Roman officials acting on the decree of Emperor Maximian. He is called the “seal and ...

Hypatia of Alexandria Christians vs. Pagans - Roman History Posted: February 12, 2025 | Last updated: February 12, 2025 As pagans barricade the ancient temple, defending it with stones and clubs ...

A Jewish leader and scholar, Philo (circa 20 BC – 40 AD) risked his life to plead for greater tolerance for Jews in the Roman Empire. Philo of Alexandria was a Jewish leader, philosopher and ...

The second-largest city in the Roman Empire is now the second largest in Egypt. Here's what to know if you go.

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