Why is the Christian community house in Dura-Europos such a small building?

A) There was little land available for large buildings in Dura-Europos.
B) No large dwellings were constructed in Dura-Europos.
C) Christians did not yet enjoy the patronage of the Roman state.
D) No shrines or holy structures were allowed in Dura-Europos.

Christian Community House

Early Christian gathering places that were typically private homes repurposed for worship and community functions before church buildings became common.

Dura-Europos

Dura-Europos was an ancient Hellenistic, Parthian, and Roman border city located in present-day Syria, known for its well-preserved ruins that offer insights into early Christian, Jewish, and Pagan communities.

Roman State

Refers to the period of classical antiquity associated with the Roman Republic and later the Roman Empire, characterized by its governance, culture, and expansion.