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c. 325 – 636 AD
Hilary of Poitiers

Hilary of Poitiers

c. 310 – 367 AD
Poitiers, France

Overview

"The Athanasius of the West." A gentle bishop who led the fight against Arianism in the Latin-speaking world.

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He was a married convert elected bishop by popular acclaim of his city.

Major Writings

On the Trinity (De Trinitate)

Defense against Arianism.

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On the Councils

History of the theological disputes of his time.

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Historical Context

The Golden Age: Latin (Western) Fathers

The shapers of Western Catholicism and Protestantism.

11 Church Fathers in this era

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