that the Church could both model and encourage the unity that Constantine wished to see prevail throughout his empire. There were several issues of contention within Christianity at this time, including the status of the bishops of the leading cities of the age. Christianity had firmly established itself in the great cities of Rome, Alexandria and Antioch. It also had an important presence in the ancient city of Jerusalem. So which church took priority within the empire? Who was the most senior bishop?
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