When did the first persecution of Christians at the hands of the Roman government occur?
A) immediately after Pilate had Jesus crucified
B) after the Maccabean revolt against Rome
C) when Nero falsely accused Christians of starting the fire that leveled Rome
D) during World War II

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The first significant persecution of Christians by the Roman government occurred under Emperor Nero, particularly after the great fire of Rome in 64 AD. Nero blamed Christians for the fire, leading to severe persecution.

When Did the First Persecution of Christians at the Hands