Origen and His Work

Origen and His Work is a book written by Eugene De Faye that provides a comprehensive study of the life and work of Origen, a prominent figure in early Christian theology. The book covers Origen's background, including his upbringing and education, as well as his theological contributions and controversies. De Faye delves into Origen's major works, including his commentaries on the Bible, his philosophical treatises, and his Apology, which defends his beliefs against accusations of heresy. The book also examines the impact of Origen's teachings on later Christian thought, as well as his influence on the development of Christian doctrine. Through a combination of historical analysis and theological reflection, Origen and His Work offers a detailed and nuanced portrait of one of the most influential figures in early Christianity.1929. The substance of this volume grew out of lectures delivered by the author on Origen (considered one of the greatest of all Christian theologians) at the University of Upsala. Contents: The Character of Origen's Writings, His Thought and Method; The Doctrine of God; Cosmology; Christology; The Doctrine of Redemption; and Final Things. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.