Clement of Alexandria

American  

noun

1. a.d. c150–c215, Greek Christian theologian and writer.

---

Clement of Alexandria British  

noun

1. Saint. original name Titus Flavius Clemens. ?150–?215 _ad , Greek Christian theologian: head of the catechetical school at Alexandria; teacher of Origen. Feast day: Dec 5

---

Example Sentences

Even Clement of Alexandria, the first significant theologian to argue that the wealthy could be saved if they cultivated “spiritual poverty,” still insisted that ideally all goods should be held in common.

From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2017

The earliest discussion of the birthday is found in the 3rd-century writings of Clement of Alexandria, who raises seven potential dates, none of which correspond to Dec. 25.

From Washington Post • Dec. 16, 2016

The solution of Clement of Alexandria, who also lived in the 2nd century, was less harsh.

From Time Magazine Archive

Irenæus may be put 177 to 200, Tertullian about 193, and Clement of Alexandria as commencing the third century.

From Theological Essays by Bradlaugh, Charles

"Their foundation," says Clement of Alexandria, "was the fictitious death and resurrection of the sun, the soul of the world, the principle of life and motion."

From The World's Sixteen Crucified Saviors Or, Christianity Before Christ by Graves, Kersey