Episodes

Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Aphrahat (c. 270–345 AD) Early Syriac Christianity
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
Saturday Mar 08, 2025
The provided text introduces Aphrahat, a significant fourth-century Syriac-Christian writer and ascetic from the Persian Empire. His important literary contribution, the "Demonstrations," offers insights into early Eastern Christian doctrine and practice, distinct from Western influences. Aphrahat's work reveals his pastoral concerns, engagement with biblical interpretation, and interactions with the Jewish community. These writings are valuable for understanding the development of Christianity in Persia and its relationship with Judaism in that historical context.
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