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This work, which establishes Irenaeus as the most important of the theologians of the second century, is a detailed and effective refutation of Gnosticism, and a major source of information on the various Gnostic sects and doctrines. This volume contains Book One. +

As a boy, St. Irenaeus of Lyons received instruction from men like St. Polycarp of Smyrna who had heard the Apostles' preaching firsthand. By the late second century A.D., Irenaeus had grown into the Church's leading bishop and theologian. He was justly famous for fighting the... Read Full Overview

Irenaeus Against Heresies V1 is a Christian theological treatise written by Irenaeus, a second-century bishop and theologian. The book is a defense of orthodox Christian doctrine against various heresies that were prevalent during Irenaeus' time. The first volume of the book... Read Full Overview

Irenaeus Against Heresies V1 is a Christian theological text written by the early Church Father Irenaeus, originally in Greek in the 2nd century AD. The book is a detailed refutation of various heresies that were prevalent in Irenaeus' time, including Gnosticism and Marcionism... Read Full Overview

Irenaeus Against Heresies V1 is a book written by Irenaeus, a prominent Christian theologian of the 2nd century. The book is a comprehensive refutation of various heresies that were prevalent during his time, such as Gnosticism and Marcionism. In this volume, Irenaeus focuses... Read Full Overview

Irenaeus Against Heresies V1 is a book written by Irenaeus, a prominent Christian bishop in the 2nd century AD. The book is a comprehensive defense of orthodox Christianity against various heresies that were prevalent at the time. In this volume, Irenaeus addresses the teachings... Read Full Overview

"Against Heresies - Book I" from Irenaeus. Bishop of Lugdunum in Gaul (-202A.D.).