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Apologists
Justin Martyr
100–165
Greek philosopher converted to Christianity who wrote two Apologies and the Dialogue with Trypho. Taught in Rome and was martyred under Marcus Aurelius c. 165.
Melito of Sardis
110–180
Bishop of Sardis, author of Peri Pascha (On the Pascha) and an Apology to Marcus Aurelius. Quartodeciman in his Easter observance.
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Tatian the Assyrian
120–180
Disciple of Justin Martyr in Rome; author of the Diatessaron (Gospel harmony) and the Oratio ad Graecos. Later associated with the Encratite movement.
Theophilus of Antioch
120–184
Sixth bishop of Antioch; author of the three books Ad Autolycum, the earliest Christian work to use the term 'Trinity' (trias).
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