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Josephus
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Jewish writer, documented early Christianity and the destruction of the temple
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Polycarp
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Preserved Ignatius' writings. Pastor who knew John the apostle, refused to refute his faith, and was burned at the stake
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Justin Martyr
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Apologist, saw point of contact with Christian faith in works of pagan philosophers. Beheaded.
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Origen
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Treated difficult Scriptures as allegories. Preached against Gnosticism (had similar views). Renounced physical comforts.
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Jerome
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Hated the physical, claimed that Mary was a virgin her whole life. Learned Hebrew, translated the Vulgate bible (Latin).
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Ambrose
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Once governor, became overseer in time.
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Augustine
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Attacked the teachings of Pelagius'. Against sex.
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