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Alexandrian School Of Theology
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The Alexandrian School of Theology represents a major intellectual current within early Christianity, primarily active from the late 2nd century through the 5th century $\mathrm{CE}$. Centered around the catechetical schools of Alexandria, Egypt), this tradition emphasized allegorical interpretation of scripture, philosophical depth derived from Hellenistic thought (particularly Platonism), and a highly s…
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Church Fathers
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The Greek Fathers worked in a milieu deeply embedded in Hellenistic philosophy (Platonism and Aristotelianism). Their focus tended toward epistemology, the nature of the $Logos$, and the mechanics of deification (theosis)/). Major centers were Alexandria and Antioch.
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Lucian Of Antioch
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Historical Context and Martyrdom
Lucian is generally placed within the milieu of Syrian Christian intellectualism, distinct from the Alexandrian tradition characterized by allegorical interpretation. He is frequently mentioned in connection with the rise of Arianism, though the exact linearity of influence remains debated [^1]. Lucian held a presbyterate in [Antioch](/entries/antioch…