https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/against-heresies--7031284enBooksCopyright Christianity Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/36dc98be8fa111183a0ae1c2e262a7b4.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/against-heresies--7031284Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +0000IrenaeusChristianity Genrespreaker44@podcastlibrary.orgSt. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, describes several schools of Gnosticism which were prevalent among pre-Nicene Christianity. He then refutes these beliefs as heresies by contrasting them with what he describes as catholic, orthodox Christianity. Against...falsea8b36fd3-ae72-580e-98f2-6f86f6af5a88episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-salvator-won-and-other-recitations-ella-wheeler-wilcox--74975055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74975055Sun, 20 Sep 2026 09:01:46 +0000IrenaeusHow Salvator Won and Other Recitations by Ella Wheeler Wilcox presents a collection of poignant and thought-provoking verses that explore themes of triumph, resilience, and the human spirit. Wilcox's eloquence and emotional depth resonate with...10785falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defence-of-catholic-principles-in-a-letter-to-a-protestant-clergyman-demetrius-gallitzin--74966780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74966780Sat, 19 Sep 2026 09:01:44 +0000Irenaeus"Defence of Catholic Principles in a Letter to a Protestant Clergyman" by Demetrius Gallitzin is a profound exploration of the tenets of Catholic faith articulated in a direct correspondence aimed at a Protestant audience. This work delves into the...17656falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phillips-brooks-mark-antony-de-wolfe-howe--74957182https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74957182Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:01:40 +0000Irenaeus"Phillips Brooks-Mark Antony De Wolfe Howe" delves into the life and contributions of Phillips Brooks, a prominent figure in American religious history, known for his eloquence and commitment to faith. This audiobook captures the essence of Brooks'...7624falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summa-contra-gentiles-first-book-on-god-saint-thomas-aquinas--74950588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74950588Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:01:47 +0000Irenaeus"Summa Contra Gentiles, First Book (On God)" by Saint Thomas Aquinas delves into the nature of God and the relationship between faith and reason. 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His devotions reflect a deep commitment...6246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-loving-god-saint-bernard-of-clairvaux--73890460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73890460Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:51 +0000Irenaeus"On Loving God" by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux delves into the profound relationship between humanity and the divine, emphasizing the importance of love in the spiritual journey. Bernard’s reflections invite listeners to explore the depths of their...5394falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-homilies-on-the-devil-st-john-chrysostom--73815687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73815687Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:13 +0000Irenaeus"Three Homilies on the Devil" by St. John Chrysostom delves into the nature of evil and the insidious ways in which the devil seeks to undermine faith and virtue. 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This volume captures the essence of their commitment to faith and moral integrity, offering insights that remain...26958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/against-heresies-irenaeus-part-3--72005529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72005529Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:22 +0000IrenaeusSt. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, describes several schools of Gnosticism which were prevalent among pre-Nicene Christianity. He then refutes these beliefs as heresies by contrasting them with what he describes as catholic, orthodox Christianity. Against...22957against,beliefs,christianity,gnosticism,heresies,irenaeus,lyons,plethora,refutes,schismsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/against-heresies-irenaeus-part-2--71998943https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71998943Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:22 +0000IrenaeusSt. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, describes several schools of Gnosticism which were prevalent among pre-Nicene Christianity. He then refutes these beliefs as heresies by contrasting them with what he describes as catholic, orthodox Christianity. Against...35295against,beliefs,christianity,gnosticism,heresies,irenaeus,lyons,plethora,refutes,schismsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/against-heresies-irenaeus-part-1--71998929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71998929Thu, 14 May 2026 01:20:00 +0000IrenaeusSt. Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, describes several schools of Gnosticism which were prevalent among pre-Nicene Christianity. He then refutes these beliefs as heresies by contrasting them with what he describes as catholic, orthodox Christianity. Against...34118against,beliefs,christianity,gnosticism,heresies,irenaeus,lyons,plethora,refutes,schismsfalsefull