Crucifixion of Jesus
The execution of a Galilean preacher gives rise to Christianity
Jesus of Nazareth, a preacher from Galilee, was crucified in Jerusalem on the orders of the Roman prefect Pontius Pilate, usually dated AD 30 or 33. His followers' belief in his resurrection became the foundation of Christianity.
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Meanwhile around the world (±25 years)
Europe
- 9 Battle of the Teutoburg Forest — 24 years earlier
Alive at the time
- Paul the Apostle (aged 28)