George Kalantzis
Professor of Theology at Wheaton College. He discusses the Nicene Creed, the divinity of Christ, and the role of the early church in shaping Christian belief.
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May 18, 2023 • 1h 11min
S2 Ep1077: The Early Church on Military Service and Killing: Dr. George Kalantzis
George was born and raised by the shadow of the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, and moved to the United States after highschool. He recieved his Ph.D. from Northwestern University and currently serves as a professor of Theology at Wheaton College. George is the author of several books and peer reviewed articles, including the book that forms the basis of our conversation: Caesar and the Lamb: Early Christian Attitudes on War and Military Service. https://www.wheaton.edu/academics/faculty/george-kalantzis/
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Feb 20, 2025 • 46min
Did the Early Church Believe Jesus Was God?
Dr. George Kalantzis, a Theology Professor at Wheaton College, dives into the historical intricacies of the Nicene Creed and its implications on early Christian beliefs. He tackles misconceptions about the Council of Nicaea, debunking myths of coercion by Constantine and the idea that the Bible was invented there. The conversation sheds light on the clash between Roman masculinity ideals and the vulnerability of Jesus, as well as the fierce theological debates that shaped doctrines and the development of the New Testament canon.
