Irenaeus

Irenaeus of Lyon

This article on the life of Irenaeus of Lyon (ca. 130-200) also looks at his struggle against Gnosticism and his focus on the history of salvation.

The Idea of Revelation in the Early Church (Part 2)

How did the early church view God's revelation? This article examines what Irenaeus wrote on this topic, mainly in his work Against Heresies.

Will the Real Athanasius Please Stand Up?

Case wants to take a fresh look at one of the early church fathers, Athanasius. He focuses on how Athanasius relied upon Scripture in his work, The Incarnation of the Word of God. He notes the influence of Justin Martyr, the Apostolic Fathers, and Irenaeus.

The Christology of Irenaeus

This essay wants to answer the question whether Irenaeus continued the Christology of Justin Martyr.

The Providence of God in the Theology of Irenaeus

This biography on Irenaeus focuses on his work of defending the faith. Irenaeus' theology was always centred on the providence of God.

The Church Fathers

This article on church history looks at the church from the West and East with attention given to: the apostolic fathers - Clement of Rome, Ignatius, and Polycarp; the apologists - Justin Martyr and Tertullian; and the polemicists - Irenaeus, Cyprian, and Origen.

Irenaeus of Lyons

This article is about Irenaeus and his struggle against the Gnostics (Gnosticism) and against Marcion. His focus on the history of redemption is also discussed.