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What the first five centuries believed — and who still believes it today.

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Nicene Era · AD 300–400
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ESCHATOLOGY c. AD 350
Cyril of Jerusalem
The Church prays for the faithful departed at the Eucharist and this benefits their souls
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ESCHATOLOGY c. AD 395
John Chrysostom
Chrysostom teaches that the devil cannot compel anyone to sin — temptation does not override free will
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