arian controversy
The Arian controversy refers to a theological dispute that arose in the 4th century AD regarding the nature of Jesus Christ. It centered around the beliefs put forth by Arius, a Christian presbyter from Alexandria, who argued that Jesus was not fully divine and instead a created being. This view conflicted with the orthodox Christian understanding of Jesus' divinity, leading to fierce debates and conflicts within the early Church.
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