The History of the Early Church 24- Origen's Contemporaries
Aug 25, 2015
Explore the vibrant world of early Church Christianity, shaped by influential figures like Origen and Bishop Narcissus. Delve into the dynamic political landscape under emperors such as Caracalla and Alexander Severus, and discover how these relationships influenced religious thought. Uncover the miracles attributed to Narcissus and his tumultuous trials within his own congregation. Finally, witness the fascinating intellectual exchanges among early Christian thinkers, bridging the philosophies of Jerusalem and Caesarea.
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Roman Citizenship Reshaped The Church
- Caracalla's Antonine Constitution made nearly all free inhabitants Roman citizens and shifted the church's legal status within the empire.
- This legal change meant most Christians were now Romans in law, reshaping the church's social and political position.
Origen's Permanent Move To Caesarea
- Origen settled permanently in Caesarea after fleeing Alexandria and never returned to his native city.
- The Alexandrian catechetical school continued under Heracloss but Origen's advanced program ended without him.
Bishops Took Control Of Christian Education
- Bishops in Alexandria sought direct control of instruction to guard the laity and protect episcopal authority.
- That consolidation led future Alexandrian bishops to formally head the catechetical school.
