Justin

Justin Martyr(c.A.D 100–165) Born in Palestine early in the 2nd century, Justin was educated as a philosopher and converted to Christianity, retaining many of hi... more (c. A.D. 100–165) Born in Palestine early in the 2nd century, Justin was educated as a philosopher and converted to Christianity, retaining many of his Platonist convictions. He wrote an important Apology (meaning a defense of Christianity against the pagans) and the Dialogue with Trypho, trying to convince a JewThis title comes from the Greek word Ioudaios, meaning “Judean” that was used in the New Testament to refer to the populous living in the region o... more of the truth of Christianity.