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Wer War Praxeas? - Softcover

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Synopsis

This book explores the complexities surrounding the nature of Christ and the struggle to define his relationship with God the Father in the early church. The author delves into historical records and theological debates to uncover the origins and development of the patripassianist heresy, which held that the Father and Son were not distinct persons but rather one and the same being. Particular attention is given to the teachings of Praxeas, a figure central to the spread of patripassianism in the second century. Through a meticulous examination of scriptural passages and early Christian writings, the author sheds light on the arguments and counterarguments employed by both proponents and opponents of this controversial doctrine. The book offers a comprehensive analysis of the patripassianist movement, placing it within the broader context of early Christian theology and providing valuable insights into the evolution of Christological thought.

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