Clement of Alexandria

noun

1. a.d. c150–c215, Greek Christian theologian and writer.

Clement of Alexandria

noun

1. Clement of Alexandria, Saint?150?215MGreekRELIGION: theologianRELIGION: saint Saint. original name Titus Flavius Clemens. ?150–?215 ad , Greek Christian theologian: head of the catechetical school at Alexandria; teacher of Origen. Feast day: Dec 5

Example Sentences

Even Clement of Alexandria, the first significant theologian to argue that the wealthy could be saved if they cultivated “spiritual poverty,” still insisted that ideally all goods should be held in common.

From New York Times

The earliest discussion of the birthday is found in the 3rd-century writings of Clement of Alexandria, who raises seven potential dates, none of which correspond to Dec. 25.

From Washington Post

The theologian Clement of Alexandria, writing around 200, mentions some of the dates that had by then already been proposed as the true date of Jesus’ birth.

From Slate

The theologian Clement of Alexandria, writing around 200, mentions some of the dates that had by then already been proposed as the true date of Jesus’ birth.

From Slate

Clement of Alexandria questioned whether the validity of certain ecclesiastical ceremonies might not be affected by wigs; for, he asked, when the priest is placing his hand on the head of the person who kneels before him, if that hand is resting upon false hair, who is it he is really blessing?

From Project Gutenberg