Athanasius (Bishop of Alexandria)

Athanasius was a prominent Christian bishop of Alexandria in the 4th century, known for defending the true nature of Jesus Christ. He argued that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human, countering teachings that saw him as only one or the other. His efforts helped establish the doctrine of the Trinity and contributed to the Nicene Creed, a foundational statement of Christian faith. Athanasius fought against various heresies, emphasizing the importance of Christ’s divine nature for salvation. His work strongly influenced Christianity’s development and its understanding of Jesus as both God and man.