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Athanasius will always be remembered for his role in
the theological controversies of the fourth century sparked by the teachings of
Arius. Although the details of this debate are beyond the scope of this present
study their effect on the doctrine of the church and on its relationship with
the emperors was far reaching. Athanasius was taken into the household of
Alexander, the bishop of Alexandria, who apparently recognised his potential
from an early age.[1] His education appears to have
concentrated on the scriptures and their exegesis rather than the Greek
classics.[2] Athanasius was ordained as a deacon and assisted
his protégé at the Council of Nicaea. Following Alexander’s
death Athanasius succeeded him as bishop of Alexandria and continued his
struggle against the Arians.
Rob Bradshaw, Webmaster
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