O texto a seguir conta a história de Apóstolo Paulo e da cidade de São Paulo. O texto foi feito para o nível C1.
Preparation
Do you know who is the the Apostle Paulo?
What do you know about the foundation of the city of Sao Paulo?
Listening
Reading
Apostle Paul, originally Saul of Tarsus, was a crucial figure in early Christianity. His conversion from Judaism to Christianity happened on the road to Damascus, where he reported a vision of the resurrected Jesus. This event drastically changed his life.
Paul became a dedicated missionary, spreading Christian teachings across the Roman Empire. He's known for his epistles in the New Testament, which are vital to Christian theology. His work laid the foundations of many Christian beliefs and practices.
Now, about São Paulo, the city in Brazil: It was founded on January 25, 1554. The date is significant because it's the conversion of Saint Paul, hence the city's name. Jesuit missionaries Manuel da Nóbrega and José de Anchieta established a mission there to convert the native Tupi-Guarani people to Christianity. This mission, named Pátio do Colégio, is considered the birthplace of São Paulo. The city's growth from this small mission to a major metropolis mirrors the spread of Christianity from a small sect to a major world religion, much like the missionary work of Apostle Paul.
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