St Athanasius
born 298 in Alexandria
18 works written in 2 locations (1,338 pages)
| Date | Name and Summary | Pages | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 318–323 | Athanasius’ "Against the Heathen" defends the Christian faith, emphasizing the revealed truth of God through creation, Scripture, and the incarnation of the Word, contrasting it sharply with pagan idolatry and false gods.more | 81 | Alexandria |
| 318–323 | Athanasius's "On the Incarnation of the Word of God" presents the central argument that the divine Word, being inherently divine and pre-existent, became human through the incarnation to reveal God's nature, defeat death, and restore mankind's original righteousness, which had been lost through sin and idolatry.more | 88 | Alexandria |
| 319–373 | This collection showcases Athanasius's complex and profound reflections on Christian doctrine, emphasizing the significance of divine seasons, the true nature of Christ’s incarnation, and the importance of faithfulness amidst persecutions and heresies.more | 180 | Alexandria |
| 325–353 | This treatise underscores the importance of venerating the Nicene Creed's language, emphasizing that the terminology used—such as "of the essence" and "one in essence"—accurately reflects divine truth about Christ's nature and avoids heresy.more | 51 | Alexandria |
| 328–335 | This statement affirms the fundamental Christian belief in one unbegotten God and the eternal, consubstantial relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, emphasizing the Son’s divine nature and eternal generation.more | 5 | Alexandria |
| 339–351 | This defense presents Athanasius's case as a thorough vindication of his innocence against false accusations and heretical conspiracies, emphasizing the numerous council trials and testimonials that affirm his innocence.more | 127 | Rome |
| 339–356 | This letter condemns the brutal persecution and unlawful actions taken against the Church by heretics, particularly Arian supporters like Gregory, and urges bishops worldwide to unite in opposition and defend the true faith.more | 14 | Alexandria |
| 339–360 | This collection offers a comprehensive exposition and refutation of Arius's heretical teachings, emphasizing the eternal and uncreated nature of the Son, who is the proper and divine Word of God, inseparable from the Father.more | 361 | Alexandria |
| 352–360 | This treatise emphasizes that Dionysius of Alexandria was firmly opposed to Arian heresy and rightly affirmed the divine nature and eternal existence of Christ, despite unwarranted accusations to the contrary.more | 33 | Alexandria |
| 356 | This letter by Athanasius emphasizes the importance of remaining steadfast in the true Christian faith and warns against the deceit and heresy of Arius and his supporters.more | 37 | Alexandria |
| 356–357 | This letter is Athanasius’s detailed response to the accusations and charges brought against him by his enemies, highlighting the falsehood and forgery behind these claims.more | 42 | Alexandria |
| 356–357 | Athanasius's "Life of St Anthony" portrays the venerable ascetic Antony as a supreme example of Christian virtue, whose life exemplifies steadfast faith, relentless discipline, and divine power over demons through prayer and purity.more | 82 | Alexandria |
| 357 | This letter defends Athanasius’s decision to escape persecution, arguing that it aligns with scriptural examples and the virtuous conduct of saints.more | 29 | Alexandria |
| 357–358 | This history recounts the tumultuous and violent persecution of Athanasius and his supporters by heretics and imperial authorities, highlighting their false accusations, exile, and brutal treatment of bishops, clergy, and faithful Christians; it also details the political manipulations and violence employed by heretics, notably the Arians, supported by emperors like Constantius, to persecute orthodox believers and seize control of churches.more | 87 | Alexandria |
| 359–360 | This treatise discusses the history and proceedings of the Councils of Ariminum and Seleucia, emphasizing their contentious nature and the heresies they sought to combat, especially Arius's teachings.more | 82 | Alexandria |
| 360–370 | This history recounts the tumultuous life of Athanasius, highlighting his repeated exiles, key conflicts with heretical factions and imperial authorities, and his enduring leadership of the Christian Church amidst political and doctrinal upheaval.more | 13 | Alexandria |
| 362 | This letter by Athanasius emphasizes the importance of unity in faith and doctrine within the Church, urging reconciliation and adherence to the Nicene Creed while condemning heresies such as Arianism, Sabellianism, and others.more | 10 | Alexandria |
| 369 | This letter affirms the preeminence of the Council of Nicaea's doctrinal definitions and warns against the influence of synods held at Ariminum, which are accused of heresy and deviation from Nicene orthodoxy.more | 16 | Alexandria |