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Quote by Gregory of Nazianzus

“I cannot think on the one without quickly being encircled by the splendor of the three; nor can I discern the three without being straightway carried back to the one.”

Quote by Gregory of Nazianzus

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Gregory of Nazianzus

Gregory of Nazianzus (330-390 AD) was an influential Christian saint, theologian, and poet. He is renowned for his contributions to the doctrine of the Trinity within Christian theology. Born in Nazianzus, Asia Minor, he was the brother of Basil of Caesarea, another prominent theologian. His writings and sermons are still widely referenced in the Christian church today. more

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