St. Irenaeus of Lyon
One of the most important theologian of the 2nd century, St. Irenaeus was born in Smyrna, Asia Minor. When he became bishop over Lyon he was concerned with protecting Christians against Gnosticism. He opposed Gnostic dualism. Irenaeus was the first great theologian, who emphasized the role of the church, the canon of scripture and religious and theological education. He is most famous for his work "Against Heresies"
One of the most important theologian of the 2nd century, St. Irenaeus was born in Smyrna, Asia Minor. When he became bishop over Lyon he was concerned with protecting Christians against Gnosticism. He opposed Gnostic dualism. Irenaeus was the first great theologian, who emphasized the role of the church, the canon of scripture and religious and theological education. He is most famous for his work "Against Heresies"