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Against Celsus Book 6

by Origen of Alexandria

The book is a continuation of Origen's rebuttal of Celsus' arguments against Christianity. Origen was a prominent early Christian theologian who lived in the third century AD. He was known for his extensive writings on Christian doctrine and for his defense of the faith against critics like Celsus. "Against Celsus Book 6" is one of his most important works. In the book, Origen addresses many of the criticisms that Celsus had leveled against Christianity. He argues that the Christian faith is based on reason and logic, and that it is compatible with the teachings of the ancient philosophers. He also defends the Bible as a reliable source of truth and discusses the nature of God and the afterlife. Origen's writing is eloquent and insightful, reflecting his deep knowledge of Christian doctrine and his commitment to defending the faith against its detractors. His arguments are still relevant today, and the book continues to be studied by theologians and scholars of religion. Overall, "Against Celsus Book 6" is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that sheds light on the early Christian church and its intellectual traditions. It is a testament to Origen's brilliance as a theologian and his unwavering commitment to defending the faith against its critics.

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English

Original Language

Greek

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3rd Century AD/BCE

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Origen of Alexandria also known as Origen Adamantius, was an early Christian scholar, ascetic, and theologian who was born and spent the first half of his career in Alexandria. He was a prolific write...

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