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The Arian Controversy before the Nicene Council

In this video, we explore the Arian controversy that gripped the early Church and set the stage for the Nicene Council of 325 AD. Arianism, a theological position promoted by the priest Arius, challenged the orthodox belief in the Trinity, arguing that Christ was a created being and not co-eternal with God the Father. This video examines the theological arguments, the key players involved, and the social and political context that led to the convening of the First Council of Nicaea, where the orthodox understanding of the Trinity would be defended and the Nicene Creed formulated. ⏳ Key Topics Covered: ✔ What was the Arian controversy, and how did it impact the Church? ✔ The theological arguments behind Arianism ✔ Key figures involved in the Arian controversy: Arius, Alexander of Alexandria, and others ✔ The political and social context leading to the Council of Nicaea ✔ How the Arian controversy shaped early Christian doctrine In this episode, we dive deep into the Arian Controversy that led to the historic Council of Nicaea in AD 325. This theological conflict began in Alexandria, centered on the deity of Jesus Christ. Historian Socrates of Constantinople provides a detailed account of these events, highlighting the roles of key figures: Alexander, the Bishop of Alexandria, and Arius, a priest in the same city. Arius, born around 250 in Libya and educated by Lucian of Antioch, was initially ordained by Bishop Peter of Alexandria. Despite his ascetic lifestyle, Arius was excommunicated in 300 for heretical teachings. The controversy escalated when Melitius reinstated Arius during Peter's absence amid Diocletian's persecution. Following Peter's martyrdom in 311, Alexander succeeded as bishop in 313, fueling a rivalry with Arius. Socrates' Ecclesiastical History recounts how Alexander's explanation of the Holy Trinity alarmed Arius, leading to accusations of Sabellianism. Arius argued that the Son had a beginning and was not co-eternal with the Father, igniting a significant theological dispute described by Socrates as a spark kindling a large fire. Join us as we unpack the origins of the Arian Controversy, its major players, and its lasting impact on Christian doctrine. 🔴 Subscribe to get more videos from Theology Academy https://bit.ly/3IyOpRP –––––––––––––––– Follow us: Visit our Website: https://www.theologyacademy.net Instagram:   / engagetheology   Twitter:   / theoengage   Facebook:   / theologyacademy.eng