Persecution is the first law of society because it is always easier to suppress criticism than to meet it.
Persecution produced its natural effect on them. It found them a sect; it made them a faction.
The first persecution of the Church took place in the year 67, under Nero, the sixth emperor of Rome.
Persecution of Christians is growing around the world, and Congress needs to pay more attention to it.
I'd read about the persecution of the christians in the country - I felt compelled to help them in some way.
Religious persecution may shield itself under the guise of a mistaken and over-zealous piety.
This is probably an indication of the persecution by the roman government, which was common in the period.
We are afraid that the persecution of minorities could happen again if rajapaksa returns.
The persecution of Christians isn't isolated. Instead, it's rampant and expanding around the world.