Origen and His Work

""Origen and His Work"" by Eugene De Faye is a comprehensive study of the life and work of Origen, one of the most important Christian theologians of the early Church. The book begins with a detailed biography of Origen, tracing his life from his birth in Alexandria in 185 AD to his death in Tyre in 254 AD. De Faye explores Origen's family background, education, and early influences, as well as his theological and philosophical development.The second part of the book focuses on Origen's writings, which include biblical commentaries, theological treatises, and apologetic works. De Faye provides an overview of each of Origen's major works, analyzing their content, style, and historical context. He also examines the controversies surrounding Origen's writings, particularly his ideas about the pre-existence of souls and the eventual salvation of all beings.Throughout the book, De Faye emphasizes the importance of Origen's contributions to Christian theology and his influence on subsequent thinkers. He argues that Origen's emphasis on the spiritual interpretation of Scripture and his belief in the ultimate salvation of all beings have enduring relevance for contemporary Christian thought.Overall, ""Origen and His Work"" is a valuable resource for scholars and students of early Christian history and theology, as well as anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in the history of 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.