“It is not necessary to seek the truth among others which it is easy to obtain from the Church; since the apostles, like a rich man [depositing his money] in a bank, lodged in her hands most copiously all things pertaining to the truth.”
Quote by Irenaeus of Lyons
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Irenaeus of Lyons
St. Irenaeus of Lyons (130-202 AD) was an early Christian theologian and writer, considered a significant figure in the development of Catholic and Orthodox theology. His main contribution was in the systematic exposition of Christian doctrine, particularly in the struggle against various heresies. Born in Asia Minor, he later became the bishop of Lyons. more
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