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Saint Clement of Alexandria, Latin Titus Flavius Clemens, (born 150, Athens—died between 211 and 215, Palestine; Western feast day November 23; Eastern feast day November 24), Christian apologist, missionary theologian to the Hellenistic world, and leader of the catechetical school at Alexandria.
Clement of Alexandria (properly TITUS FLAVIUS CLEMENS, but known in church history by the former designation to distinguish him from Clement of Rome ), date of birth unknown; d. about the year 215; an early Greek theologian and head of the catechetical school of Alexandria.
Clement of Alexandria (Titus Flavius Clemens) was one of the most erudite Christian writers of the 2nd century. As little is known of Clement’s life, the dates of his birth and death are approximate. Among scholars, they are usually appointed as 150–215 CE.
Clement of Alexandria (c. 150 – 215) (Titus Flavius Clemens) was an early Christian philosopher and one of the most distinguished teachers of the Church of Alexandria. He is known for his attempt to unite Greek philosophy with Christian teachings and drew a large number of educated pagans to the Church.
St. Clement of Alexandria - Early Christian, Apologist, Theologian: In his various roles, as missionary theologian, Apologist, and polemicist, Clement developed or touched upon ideas that were to influence the Christian world in the areas of monasticism, political and economic thought, and theology.
Clement of Alexandria. At a Glance. Treatise. Genre: (5/5) ***** Reliability of Dating: (5/5) ***** Length of Text: Greek. Original Language: Ancient Translations: Modern Translations: Estimated Range of Dating: 182-202 A.D. Chronological List of Early Christian Writings. Discuss this text on the Early Writings forum. Text.
Clement was a Christian Apologist, missionary theologian to the Greek cultural world, and second known leader of the catechetical school of Alexandria. He synthesized Greek philosophy and Mosaic tradition, and attempted to mediate Gnostics and orthodox Christians. A Catholic Encyclopedia article is online at Clement of Alexandria .
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