Severus of Antioch

Severus of Antioch was a prominent Christian theologian and bishop in the 6th century, known for his leadership in the Oriental Orthodox Church. He emphasized the divine and human nature of Jesus Christ, advocating that Christ has two complete and distinct natures — divine and human — united without mixing. His teachings challenged some ideas of the Chalcedonian Christians, leading to disagreements about Christ's nature. Severus played a key role in shaping non-Chalcedonian Christian doctrine and was remembered for defending the tradition that emphasizes the full humanity and divinity of Jesus.