"All people are works of the one God” The biblical teaching on the creation of man in the writings of Clement of Alexandria
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Clement of Alexandria, Bible, creation, theologyAbstract
Clement of Alexandria in his teaching on anthropology and in particular on creation of man which is discussed in this paper combines the orthodox teaching of Scriptures with various philosophical currents and traditions. The biblical description of the creation of man is for him a clear and sufficient presentation. However, for his teaching he does not hesitate to enrich it with “grains of truth” found in philosophy. Analyzing the first two chapters of the Book of Genesis he emphasizes the dignity of man and his special destiny. The biblical passages of the Book of Genesis are also incorporated into the didactic communications of the wise man, especially in relation to the marital life, being so very much attacked and discredited in his time.
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