Origen

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3rd CenturyAlexandria/Caesareaearly

Extremely prolific theologian; contributed to early Christian exegesis and textual criticism.

Theological Positions

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Soul sleep occurs between death and resurrection.

Afterlife / disagree

The intermediate state is conscious.

Afterlife / agree

Christians can be demon-possessed.

Angels & Demons / disagree

Demons can possess people today.

Angels & Demons / agree

The biblical Exodus involved approximately 2 million Israelites.

Archaeology & History / neutral

The biblical giants (Nephilim) were real physical beings of extraordinary size.

Archaeology & History / disagree

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is the authentic burial location of Jesus.

Archaeology & History / neutral

The original Garden of Eden can be identified as a specific geographical location.

Archaeology & History / disagree

The Star of Bethlehem was a supernatural phenomenon rather than a natural astronomical event.

Archaeology & History / agree

Church tradition is equal to Scripture in authority.

Bible / agree

Writings

Against Celsus

Eight-book apologetic answering the pagan philosopher Celsus and defending Christian doctrine.

Source: Against Celsus

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Commentary on John

Extensive commentary (Books 1-32) interpreting Johannine theology allegorically and literally.

Source: Commentary on John

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Commentary on Matthew

Exegetical commentary focusing on the spiritual sense of Matthew’s Gospel.

Source: Commentary on Matthew

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Exhortation to Martyrdom

Pastoral letter encouraging steadfastness under persecution, written during Maximinus’s reign.

Source: Exhortation to Martyrdom

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Hexapla

Massive critical edition of the Old Testament presenting six parallel versions including Hebrew and Greek texts.

Source: Hexapla

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Homilies on Genesis and Exodus

Homiletic sermons interpreting Genesis and Exodus with spiritual applications for believers.

Source: Homilies on Genesis

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On First Principles

Foundational systematic theology discussing God, creation, free will, and Scripture’s inspiration.

Source: On First Principles (De Principiis)

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On Prayer

Treatise examining the theology and practice of Christian prayer including the Lord’s Prayer.

Source: On Prayer

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