The Role of Emperor Constantine in the Dogmatic Disputes of the Fourth Century
The Role of Emperor Constantine in the Dogmatic Disputes of the Fourth Century
Author(s): Cristinel IojaSubject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion
Published by: Editura Universității Aurel Vlaicu
Keywords: Constantine the Great; Council of Nicaea; dogmatic disputes; Arianism;
Summary/Abstract: In this study I tried to emphasize the central role that Constantine the Great had inthe dogmatic disputes of the fourth century, referring in particular to the council ofNicaea in 325. The stately and providential fi gure Emperor Constantine for the affi rmation of Christian faith in the context of the pagan world was put in relationship tothe defi nition of the dogma of Nicaea and emperor’s desire to combine politics witha religious vision: one religion, one God, one emperor. Here I revealed some aspectsof theology that the dogma from council of Nicene involved, being delimited from theheresies of that times and the polytheism of ancient religions and philosophies. TheEmperor Constantine played a decisive role not only in disputes between Christiansand pagans, but also in disputes between Christians and Christians, giving force andrights to the Christian Church.
Journal: Teologia
- Issue Year: 67/2016
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 67-76
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English