Which teaching did Lactantius oppose?
Christian Orthodoxy
Paganism
Stoicism
Epicureanism
Answer
Paganism, the belief in multiple gods and goddesses, was the target of Lactantius' resolute opposition. With unwavering conviction, he advocated for monotheism, the belief in a singular, all-powerful God. Lactantius vehemently denounced the polytheistic practices and beliefs that were prevalent during his time, asserting the superiority of Christianity and its monotheistic teachings.
Lactantius: Unraveling the Literary Legacy of a Roman Christian
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