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1570 GREEK THEOLOGY IN LATIN BY IRENAEUS ANTIQUE 16TH CENTURY FOLIO VELLUM BOUND - Divi Iremaei, Graeci Scriptoris eruditissimi, Episcopi Lugdunensis, libri quinque Adevrsus portentosas haereses Valentini & aliorum, accuratius quam antehac emendati, additis Graecis quae reperiri potuerunt: opera & diligentia Nicolai Gallasii, S. Theologiae professoris: Una Cum Eiusdem Annotationibus Additus est ctiam index locupletisimus, Reliqua sequens pagina indicabit. Apud Ionnem le Preux, & Ioanne Paruum. M. D. LXX: 1570 Full overlapping vellum binding, worn Very good condition, minor wear, some underlining in text Folio. Size 9 by 13” Text in Latin Irenaeus (c.130 – c.202 AD) was a Greek bishop noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in the southern regions of present-day France and, more widely, for the development of Christian theology by combating heterodox or Gnostic interpretations of Scripture as heresy and defining proto-orthodoxy. Originating from Smyrna, he had seen and heard the preaching of Polycarp, who in turn was said to have heard John the Evangelist. Chosen as bishop of Lugdunum, now Lyon, his best-known work is Against Heresies, often cited as Adversus Haereses, a refutation of gnosticism, in particular that of Valentinus. To counter the doctrines of the gnostic sects claiming secret wisdom, he offered three pillars of orthodoxy: the scriptures, the tradition said to be handed down from the apostles, and the teaching of the apostles' successors. He is the earliest surviving witness to regard all four of the now-canonical gospels as essential. Irenaeus is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church, Anglican Church, Lutheran Churches, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Oriental Orthodox Churches, and the Assyrian Church of the East. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.