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Against Celsus Book 5

Against Celsus Book 5

Written by: Origen of Alexandria
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 In Against Celsus, a significant work of apologetics from the Church Father Origen of Alexandria, written around 248 AD, we delve into a passionate defense of Christianity against the critiques of the pagan philosopher Celsus. This treatise, preserved entirely in Greek, counters Celsuss scathing attacks found in The True Word, where he labeled Christian doctrines as irrational and criticized believers as uneducated and delusional. Celsus accused Jesus of using black magic for his miracles and of plagiarizing from Plato, arguing that Christianity undermined traditional values and drew people away from established religions. Join us as we explore Origens compelling rebuttal to these challenges.Copyright Politics, Philosophy, Religion
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  • 007 - Chapters 61-65

    007 - Chapters 61-65
    Feb 10 2026
    In Against Celsus, a significant work of apologetics from the Church Father Origen of Alexandria, written around 248 AD, we delve into a passionate defense of Christianity against the critiques of the pagan philosopher Celsus. This treatise, preserved entirely in Greek, counters Celsuss scathing attacks found in The True Word, where he labeled Christian doctrines as irrational and criticized believers as uneducated and delusional. Celsus accused Jesus of using black magic for his miracles and of plagiarizing from Plato, arguing that Christianity undermined traditional values and drew people away from established religions. Join us as we explore Origens compelling rebuttal to these challenges.
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    12 mins
  • 006 - Chapters 51-60

    006 - Chapters 51-60
    Feb 10 2026
    In Against Celsus, a significant work of apologetics from the Church Father Origen of Alexandria, written around 248 AD, we delve into a passionate defense of Christianity against the critiques of the pagan philosopher Celsus. This treatise, preserved entirely in Greek, counters Celsuss scathing attacks found in The True Word, where he labeled Christian doctrines as irrational and criticized believers as uneducated and delusional. Celsus accused Jesus of using black magic for his miracles and of plagiarizing from Plato, arguing that Christianity undermined traditional values and drew people away from established religions. Join us as we explore Origens compelling rebuttal to these challenges.
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    23 mins
  • 005 - Chapters 41-50

    005 - Chapters 41-50
    Feb 10 2026
    In Against Celsus, a significant work of apologetics from the Church Father Origen of Alexandria, written around 248 AD, we delve into a passionate defense of Christianity against the critiques of the pagan philosopher Celsus. This treatise, preserved entirely in Greek, counters Celsuss scathing attacks found in The True Word, where he labeled Christian doctrines as irrational and criticized believers as uneducated and delusional. Celsus accused Jesus of using black magic for his miracles and of plagiarizing from Plato, arguing that Christianity undermined traditional values and drew people away from established religions. Join us as we explore Origens compelling rebuttal to these challenges.
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    24 mins
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