The New Prophecy and the Old Faith: Montanism’s Challenge to Early Christianity

The New Prophecy and the Old Faith: Montanism’s Challenge to Early Christianity

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Introduction: The Challenge of the “New Prophecy” Among the many theological challenges that confronted the early Church, few were as provocative or enduring in their implications as Montanism. Emerging in the latter half of the second century in Phrygia, a region of Asia Minor, Montanism presented itself not as a rival religion, but as a […]

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Christ in Flesh and Spirit: The Catholic Rejection of Docetism

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I. Introduction: Defining Docetism and its Initial Appearance in Early Christianity Docetism, a term originating from the Greek word “dokein” (δοκεῖν), signifying “to seem” or “to appear,” represents an early Christian belief that was subsequently identified and condemned as a heresy within the developing orthodox tradition. At its core, Docetism espoused the notion that Jesus

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How Did Gnosticism Challenge The True Faith?

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The Subtle Danger of Gnostic Thought In the twilight years of the apostolic age, as the last disciples of Christ’s original followers passed from the scene, a new and dangerous movement began infiltrating Christian communities across the Roman Empire. This movement, which would come to be known as Gnosticism, presented itself not as a rival

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The Life and Legacy of Origen: An Early Catholic Scholar

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Origen of Alexandria, born around A.D. 185, stands as one of early Christianity’s most significant theologians and scholars. His life and works reflect a deep devotion to Scripture, a relentless pursuit of truth, and a controversial legacy that shaped Christian theology for centuries. This blog explores what we know of Origen’s life, based on historical

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The Truth About Mary: Was She The Queen Of Heaven?

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Chapter 1: Queen of Heaven In his comprehensive exploration of Marian theology, Brant Pitre’s book Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary delves deeply into the foundations of Catholic beliefs about Mary. The first chapter, titled “The Queen of Heaven,” tackles one of the most misunderstood aspects of Marian devotion—her title as Queen of Heaven—and

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The Arian Crisis: How One Controversy Clarified Christian Belief

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Arianism, named after the Alexandrian presbyter Arius (c. 250–336 AD), represents one of the most significant theological challenges in early Christian history.1 It sparked one of the most contentious and long-lasting conflicts within the early Church, leaving an indelible mark on Christian doctrine and ecclesiastical politics. The Arian controversy revolved around the nature of Christ’s

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