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Universal salvation and freedom of choice according to Origen of Alexandria /

The 3rd century theologian Origen of Alexandria has traditionally been famous for his belief in universal salvation. Yet, Origen is also famous for his insistence on moral autonomy, the fact that God allows each creature to freely choose to move in the direction of good or evil. How can these two be...

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Main Author:	Sytsma, Lee (Lee W.) (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Piscataway, New Jersey : Gorgias Press, [2020]
Series:	Gorgias studies in early Christianity and patristics ; 74.
Subjects:	Origen. Salvation > Christianity > History of doctrines > Early church, ca. 30-600. Free will and determinism > Religious aspects > Christianity > History of doctrines > Early church, ca. 30-600.

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