Origen the Scholar: A Non-Critical Historical Study

This book, prepared by His Grace Anba Abram, Bishop of Fayoum and Abbot of the Monastery of Archangel Gabriel at Naqlun, explores the life of Origen the Scholar in a comprehensive and objective historical study. The research reviews Origen's upbringing in Alexandria, the profound influence of his martyr father Leonides, and his pioneering role in leading the Catechetical School of Alexandria, succeeding St. Clement of Alexandria. The book highlights his historical travels to Rome, Arabia, and Palestine, and his founding of the renowned school in Caesarea. It also details his prolific scholarly output, most notably the "Hexapla" and his deep commentaries on the Old and New Testaments following the allegorical and contemplative method. The study neutrally addresses the historical controversy surrounding his theological views and the positions of Church Fathers and Patriarchs such as Pope Demetrius, St. Jerome, and St. Epiphanius. The book aims to provide a documented presentation of this