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Orosius

American  
[aw-roh-zhee-uhs] / ɔˈroʊ ʒi əs /

noun

  1. Paulus flourished 5th century a.d., Spanish theologian and historian.


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Orosius does not say a word of the abominable mysteries of which Leo speaks; an unanswerable proof that he had no doubt they were pure calumnies.

From A Philosophical Dictionary, Volume 10 (of 10) From "The Works of Voltaire - A Contemporary Version" by Fran?ois-Marie Arouet (AKA Voltaire)

Likewise we approve Orosius; 24. … the works of Sedulius; 25. … the works of Juvencus.…

From A Source Book for Ancient Church History by Joseph Cullen Ayer

The historian Orosius says the Burgundii were a quiet people, with gentle manners, respecting the civil authorities, and living in friendly relations with the Gauls.

From Paris from the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 1 by William Walton

In King Alfred's version of Orosius, book ii. chap. iv. p. 68.,

From Notes and Queries, Number 182, April 23, 1853 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by George Bell

The first book, which is a mere compilation from the chronicles of St Jerome and Orosius, is of no value.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 5 "Greek Law" to "Ground-Squirrel" by Various

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