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Basil of Caesarea, also called Saint Basil the Great (Koinē Greek: Ἅγιος Βασίλειος ὁ Μέγας, Hágios Basíleios ho Mégas; Coptic: Ⲡⲓⲁⲅⲓⲟⲥ Ⲃⲁⲥⲓⲗⲓⲟⲥ; 330 – 1 or 2 January 378), was a bishop of Caesarea Mazaca in Cappadocia, Asia Minor.
Saint Basil the Great, early Church Father who defended the orthodox faith against the Arian heresy. As bishop of Caesarea, he wrote several works on monasticism, theology, and canon law. He was declared a saint soon after his death. Learn more about Basil’s life, ecclesiastical career, and legacy.
Apr 2, 2024 · Saint Basil of Caesarea, also known as Saint Basil the Great, is a towering figure in the history of Christianity. He is revered by different Christian traditions for his theological brilliance, pastoral care, and foundational role in the development of monasticism.
Sep 19, 2022 · Our father among the saints Basil the Great (ca. 330 - January 1, 379), was bishop of Caesarea, a leading churchman in the 4th century, known especially for his philanthropic labors and theological works.
Apr 12, 2018 · Saint Basil (c. 330 - c. 379 CE), also known as Basil the Great and Basil of Caesarea, was a bishop of Caesarea in central Asia Minor who staunchly defended the church against the 4th-century CE heresy of Arianism.
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St. Basil the Elder was noted for his virtue (Acta SS, May, VII) and also won considerable reputation as a teacher in Caesarea. He was not a priest (Cf. Cave, Hist. Lit., I, 239). He married Emmelia, the daughter of a martyr and became the father of ten children.
Basil of Caesarea. Basil, called the Great or the Archimandrite (in Greek: Μέγας Βασίλειος) was bishop of Caesarea and one of the most relevant theologians of the 4th century.
Basil of Caesarea (ca. 330 - January 1, 379 C.E.) (Latin: Basilius), also called Saint Basil the Great (Greek: Άγιος Βασίλειος ο Μέγας), was the Bishop of Caesarea and a leading churchman in the fourth century.
Jan 6, 2024 · Basil of Caesarea: A Guide to His Life and Doctrine by Andrew Radde-Gallwitz introduces early Christian theology by focusing on one particularly influential figure, Basil of Caesarea. It views Basil against the backdrop of a Roman Empire that was adopting Christianity. acquaints the student with Basil's brilliant--and often neglected ...
Basil of Caesarea, also called Saint Basil the Great, was a bishop of Caesarea Mazaca in Cappadocia, Asia Minor. He was an influential theologian who supported the Nicene Creed and opposed the heresies of the early Christian church, fighting against both Arianism and the followers of Apollinaris of Laodicea.
