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Discourse to the Greeks

St. Justin Martyr · c. 155–165 AD

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Ante-Nicene

A short work critiquing Greek mythology and philosophy, arguing for the superiority of Christian teaching. Transmitted under Justin's name, it is generally regarded as the work of a later author.

Table of Contents

1Justin justifies his departure from Greek customs2The Greek theogony exposed3Follies of the Greek mythology4Shameless practices of the Greeks5Closing appeal