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Hilary of Poitiers
Hilary of Poitiers

Hilary of Poitiers (300-368 AD) was a prominent early Christian theologian and philosopher. His writings had a profound impact on the development of Christian theology, particularly as a precursor to Augustine, and he is considered one of the pioneers of Western theology. more

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