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Approach to Scripture

Origen 2026-04-22

Origen was one of the most influential early Christian theologians and biblical interpreters of the third century. Based in Alexandria and later Caesarea, he helped shape Christian exegesis, theology, and spiritual interpretation of Scripture for centuries.

Biblical Exegesis Character of God Early Church Fathers

Father is absolutely Christlike. If you read a text about God that does not portray Him in a Christlike fashion and you take it literally you create an idol and commit a monstrous blasphemy.

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