Clement of Alexandria

American  

noun

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

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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

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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

This explains how it is that, in Clement of Alexandria, the philosopher's mantle seems almost to hide the simple garb of the Christian.

From The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine by Rameur, E.

Very noteworthy references to Gnosticism are also to be found scattered up and down the Stromateis of Clement of Alexandria.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" by Various