Essay On Constantine Vs Ashoka
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Constantine and Ashoka have been two of the most influential leaders in history, but were also the center of controversy. The biggest achievement of these two leaders was their conversion to a different religion and their increased attempts to make their new religion universal in the country, despite the reluctance of some subjects. Both leaders had a common goal, to enlarge and unify their empires. Constantine brought attention to Christianity in the Roman Empire by converting to it. At the time of his reign, bishops had very little influence on people outside of the roman church. constantine changed that and gave bishops a significant level of authority. One of his many accomplishments was the creation of the Council of Nicea. …show more content…
The community was previously pagans before the conversion of their ruler and practiced human sacrifice as part of their religion practices. This religion was different from the Asokavadana that was common among the Ashoka community. Both societies show a significant amount of loyalty to their leaders as they willingly followed their footsteps and converted to respective religions following their leaders (Shah, 2011). These leaders had an autocratic nature because they made decisions alone and expected their people to follow them. the people were forced to follow the lead of their emperor. Most of the people didn't agree with the new ways of life and would be defiant. Christianity ultimately diminished after the death of Constantine and Buddhism ceased after the death of Ashoka too. Christianity ultimately diminished after the death of Constantine and Buddhism ceased after the death of Ashoka too. (Alexander & Buckingham, 2011).
Conclusion Constantine and Ashoka are the most influential leaders of ancient history. They are primarily remembered by their conversion to different religion. Their conversion was of significant impact to the world although it wasn't all successful, and it brought in unlimited conflicts among their subjects that made their lives harder. However, the consequences of their actions will prevail for generations to
Constantine and Ashoka have been two of the most influential leaders in history, but were also the center of controversy. The biggest achievement of these two leaders was their conversion to a different religion and their increased attempts to make their new religion universal in the country, despite the reluctance of some subjects. Both leaders had a common goal, to enlarge and unify their empires. Constantine brought attention to Christianity in the Roman Empire by converting to it. At the time of his reign, bishops had very little influence on people outside of the roman church. constantine changed that and gave bishops a significant level of authority. One of his many accomplishments was the creation of the Council of Nicea. …show more content…
The community was previously pagans before the conversion of their ruler and practiced human sacrifice as part of their religion practices. This religion was different from the Asokavadana that was common among the Ashoka community. Both societies show a significant amount of loyalty to their leaders as they willingly followed their footsteps and converted to respective religions following their leaders (Shah, 2011). These leaders had an autocratic nature because they made decisions alone and expected their people to follow them. the people were forced to follow the lead of their emperor. Most of the people didn't agree with the new ways of life and would be defiant. Christianity ultimately diminished after the death of Constantine and Buddhism ceased after the death of Ashoka too. Christianity ultimately diminished after the death of Constantine and Buddhism ceased after the death of Ashoka too. (Alexander & Buckingham, 2011).
Conclusion Constantine and Ashoka are the most influential leaders of ancient history. They are primarily remembered by their conversion to different religion. Their conversion was of significant impact to the world although it wasn't all successful, and it brought in unlimited conflicts among their subjects that made their lives harder. However, the consequences of their actions will prevail for generations to