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Pergamum & Thyatira |
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The Acropolis of the city was at the highest point and important buildings were located here. The view from the Acropolis in Pergamum. |
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The Temple of Trajan - an imperial cult temple - Christians often were persecuted for their refusal to call the Emperor "Lord". |
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The alter in the Temple of Tragan. |
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The imperial cult Temple of Tragan was the largest building and located at the highest site within the Acropolis |
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Thyatyria, the home of the Jezebel church, was frequently overtaken as it had no acropolis. Little is left of this city today |
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The emporer was often dressed in military garb representing his status as a warrier. |
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