Who was Irenaeus' teacher?
Origen
Polycarp
Tertullian
Clement
Answer
Polycarp, a renowned bishop of Smyrna, was the esteemed teacher of Irenaeus. Irenaeus, a prominent early Christian theologian, greatly valued Polycarp's teachings and considered him a direct link to the apostles. Polycarp's influence on Irenaeus' theological development was profound, shaping his understanding of the Christian faith and the importance of apostolic tradition.
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