CH 2, ¶3

(Paley quoting Tacitus' writing) In order to clear his name of the guilt of setting Rome on fire, Nero blamed a religious set of people known as “Christians.” This group originated in Judea under the founding of one called “Christ” and spread from there, eventually reaching Rome. They were accused of both destroying Rome and for being haters of mankind; consequently, they were tortured and killed in a variety of cruel ways including mauling by dogs, crucifixion, and burning. (Depue)