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Greek philosopher and theologian who reinterpreted Christian doctrine through the philosophy of Neoplatonism; his work was later condemned as unorthodox

surnamed "Adamantinos" from his indefatigable study; one of the most learned and spirited of the Christian fathers; born at Alexandria in 185 (?) A. D.; died in Tyre, in 254 (?). Of his many writings only a few have come down to us. Of his "De Principiis" (Of the Principles), there exists only a free and even interpolated translation by Rufinus. His celebrated treatise on martyrdom is entire. His works were among the earliest printed of the patristic writings.