Irenaeus of Lyon
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Irenaeus of Lyon has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life) (May 2026). Quoted as evidence for early second-century affirmation that the Father is the one God while the Son is also called God — used to support consiliar/early continuity claims.
Irenaeus of Lyon was a Greek bishop in the second century, noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in the southern regions of present-day France and, more widely, for the development of Christian theology by opposing Gnostic interpretations of Christian Scripture and defending orthodoxy. Originating from Smyrna, he had seen and heard the preaching of Polycarp, who in turn was said to have heard John the Evangelist.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | May 2026 on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life) |
| Role | Bishop / Theologian |
| Affiliation | Church of Lyon (2nd century) |
Who talks about Irenaeus of Lyon on podcasts?
Irenaeus of Lyon came up; the most recent mention was May 2026 on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life).
What is Irenaeus of Lyon mentioned alongside?
Irenaeus of Lyon is most often mentioned alongside Origen of Alexandria, Homoousios and Nicene Creed.
Mentioned together: Origen of Alexandria, Homoousios, Nicene Creed, Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, Ignatius of Antioch, Athanasius of Alexandria, Filioque, Monarchianism, Monarchical Trinitarianism