Paul of Samosata

Type: Person

Paul of Samosata

As of November 2026, Paul of Samosata has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life) (May 2026). Cited (via the Council of Antioch) as an example of a figure who was judged for claiming Christ was merely human — used to show earlier councils addressed Christological issues…

Paul of Samosata was patriarch of Antioch from 260 to 268 and the originator of the Paulianist heresy named after him. He was a believer in monarchianism, a nontrinitarian doctrine; his teachings also reflect adoptionism.

Paul of Samosata at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardMay 2026 on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life)
RoleBishop (accused of heresy)
AffiliationSee of Antioch (3rd century)

Who talks about Paul of Samosata on podcasts?

Paul of Samosata came up; the most recent mention was May 2026 on Glen Scrivener (Speak Life).

What is Paul of Samosata mentioned alongside?

Paul of Samosata is most often mentioned alongside Monarchical Trinitarianism, Against Heresies and Irenaeus of Lyon.

Mentioned together: Monarchical Trinitarianism, Against Heresies, Irenaeus of Lyon, John Behr, Council of Nicaea, Arius of Alexandria, Athanasius of Alexandria, Creed, Homoousios, Nicaea