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Mar 10, 2014 · Origen (c. 185–c. 253) was a Christian exegete and theologian, who made copious use of the allegorical method in his commentaries, and (though later considered a heretic) laid the foundations of philosophical theology for the church.
Jun 25, 2019 · Origen was an early church father so zealous he was tortured for his faith but so controversial he was declared a heretic centuries after his death because of some of his unorthodox beliefs. His full name, Origen Adamantius, means "man of steel," a title he earned through a lifetime of suffering.
Dec 12, 2022 · Learn about the life of faith and theological beliefs of Origen from Alexandria. Discover his theological errors and influence on Christianity.
2. His Intellectual Heritage: Pagan, Jewish and Christian. Origen’s debt to Holy Scripture is obvious; he quotes the bible at great length, often drawing together seemingly disparate passages to make a profound theological point.
Origen, influenced by a semi-Gnostic writing, the Acts of John, thought that Jesus’ body appeared differently to different observers according to their spiritual capacities. Some saw nothing remarkable in him, others recognized in him their Lord and God.
Jan 6, 2024 · Origen by Joseph W. Trigg comprehensive and accessible insight into Origen's life and writings. introduction analyzes the principal influences, his emergence as a mature theologian at Alexandria, his work in Caesarea and his controversial legacy. translations of a selection of Origen's writings.
Origen , orig. Oregenes Adamantius, (born c. 185, probably Alexandria, Egypt—died c. 254, Tyre, Phoenicia), Greek theologian, one of the Fathers of the Church. Probably the son of a Christian martyr, Origen studied philosophy in Alexandria and served as head of its catechetical school for 20 years.
