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The Church Fathers, Early Church Fathers, or Fathers of the Church are the early and influential theologians and writers in the Christian Church, particularly those of the first five centuries of Christian history. The term is used of writers and teachers of the Church, not necessarily saints. Teachers particularly are also known as doctors of the Church.
* 1 Apostolic Fathers ** 1.1 Clement of Rome ** 1.2 Ignatius of Antioch ** 1.3 Polycarp of Smyrna * 2 Greek Fathers ** 2.1 Irenaeus of Lyons ** 2.2 Clement of Alexandria ** 2.3 Origen of Alexandria ** 2.4 Athanasius of Alexandria ** 2.5 Cyril of Alexandria ** 2.6 John Chrysostom ** 2.7 Cappadocian Fathers * 3 Latin Fathers ** 3.1 Tertullian ** 3.2 Cyprian of Carthage ** 3.3 Ambrose of Milan ** 3.4 Jerome of Stridonium ** 3.5 Augustine of Hippo ** 3.6 Gregory the Great
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How did the Byzantine church influence the 1500's?
By many of the writings of the Fathers of the church coming from Byzantium or Constantinople during this period.
The phrase separation of church and state was coined by which of the founding fathers?
thomas jefferson
How many founding fathers were Episcopalian or Church of England?
I know George Washington was Episcopalian.
Who are the three founding fathers of Oregon?
jimmy fallon
Who were the three french enlightenment thinkers and one English enlightenment thinker who influenced your founing fathers?
Who were the three french enlightment thinkers and one english enlightment thinker who influenced our founding fathers?
Who are the first century church fathers?
The apocalyptic Jewish sect are considered as the first century church fathers.
What has the author Richard Paul Jungkuntz written?
Richard Paul Jungkuntz has written: 'Epicureanism and the Church Fathers' -- subject(s): Fathers of the church
What were the perspectives of the church fathers on the doctrine of the Trinity?
The church fathers believed in the doctrine of the Trinity, which states that God exists as three persons in one essence: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. They saw the Trinity as a fundamental aspect of Christian belief, emphasizing the unity and distinctiveness of each person within the Godhead.
What has the author Thomas P Collins written?
Thomas P. Collins has written: 'The risen Christ in the fathers of the church' -- subject- s -: Fathers of the church, History of doctrines, Resurrection
The four theologians referred to as the Latin fathers of the Roman church are?
In the western church the Four Fathers of the Church were: St. Gregory the Great, St. Ambrose, St. Augustine and St. Jerome.
What age followed the death of the Apostles?
A:The period during which the apostles are thought to have been alive is known as the Apostolic Age. This is followed by the Age of the Apostolic Fathers, or the early Church Fathers. The Apostolic Fathers are thought to have known some of the apostles. The next period is known as the Age of the Church Fathers.
What are the release dates for Fathers Three - 1915?
Fathers Three - 1915 was released on: USA: 18 January 1915
Where does common law originate?
From ancient Fathers and Church Ruilings.
What is patristic exegesis?
the explanatory writings of the early church fathers
What do you call early Christian writings?
The Writings of the Church Fathers.
What are the duties of fathers in church?
Fathers' duties in church primarily revolve around teaching. These are the people who prepare sermons each week and preach their pros and even point out what may not be right.
What has the author Marcellinus Jozef Becker written?
Marcellinus Jozef Becker is the author of the book "The Fathers and Beyond: Church Fathers between 325 and 440." This book explores the lives and teachings of influential Church Fathers during the early Christian era.
