1. Introduction to Pompeii:
o What is the significance of Pompeii in historical and archaeological studies?
2. Christian Presence in Pompeii:
o What evidence is presented in the documentary to suggest that Christians existed in Pompeii during 79 A.D.?
o How does this evidence challenge or support previous historical assumptions about early Christian presence in the Roman Empire?
3. The ROTAS Square:
o What is the ROTAS Square, and where was it found in Pompeii?
o Describe the structure and content of the ROTAS Square.
o What are the different interpretations of the ROTAS Square mentioned in the documentary?
4. Symbolism in Early Christian Art:
o How does the ROTAS Square function as a symbol in early Christian art and thought?
o What other symbols or artifacts were discussed as evidence of early Christian art in Pompeii?
5. Artistic Analysis:
o What styles and themes are prevalent in the art from Pompeii discussed in the documentary?
o How do these styles and themes compare to other known Christian art from the same period?
6. Historical Context:
o What historical context does the documentary provide about the state of Christianity in the Roman Empire around 79 A.D.?
o How does this context help explain the presence of Christian symbols in Pompeii?

7. Significance of Findings:
o Why are the findings discussed in the documentary significant for our understanding of early Christianity?
o How might these findings influence future research in the field of early Christian studies?
8. Criticism and Controversy:
o What criticisms or controversies are associated with the interpretation of the figure of Jesus as a Christian symbol in some of the art work?
o How does the documentary address these criticisms?
9. Historical Figures:
o Who were some of the key historical figures or scholars mentioned in the documentary, and what were their contributions to the study of early Christian art in Pompeii?
10. Documentary Perspective:
o What perspective does the documentary take on the importance of art in understanding historical and cultural contexts?
11. Religious Tolerance:
o How does the documentary address the issue of religious tolerance in the Roman Empire, particularly towards Christians?
12. Further Research:
o What areas of further research are suggested by the documentary regarding early Christian presence in Pompeii?
13. Interpretation of Symbols:
o How does the documentary explain the process of interpreting ancient symbols and their meanings?
14. Historical Accuracy:
o How does the documentary ensure the historical accuracy of the information presented?
15. Personal Reflection:
o Reflect on your own understanding of early Christian history. How did the documentary change or reinforce your views?
16. Connections to Modern Christianity:
o What connections can be drawn between the early Christian symbols in Pompeii and modern Christian practices or symbols?
17. Final Thoughts:
o Summarize the main arguments of the documentary. Do you find the evidence convincing? Why or why not?