Arguments of Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian, Against the Christians

Author: active 180 Celsus Siculus Diodorus Flavius Josephus Emperor of Rome Julian Porphyry Cornelius Tacitus

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"Arguments of Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian, Against the Christians" This work is a compilation of critiques and arguments against Christianity made by three prominent ancient philosophers: Celsus, Porphyry, and Emperor Julian. Celsus, in his treatise "The True Word," argues against Christian doctrines and criticizes the faith's perceived irrationality. Porphyry, a Neoplatonist philosopher, questions the authenticity of Christian scriptures and the divinity of Jesus. Emperor Julian, also known as Julian the Apostate, attempts to revive paganism and argues that Christianity undermines traditional Roman values and religious practices. Together, their arguments provide a comprehensive insight into the intellectual and philosophical challenges faced by early Christianity.