The Road to Nicea

By Ben Wyatt

Emperors, bishops, monks, riots - and that Creed you hear on Sunday mornings. Join the Rev. Ben Wyatt in a fascinating account of Christ, creed, and controversy in the turbulent 4th century.... more

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The Road to Nicea episodes:

November 17, 2023 Episode 25 - Nobody Refutes My Brother But Me: Gregory’s Against Eunomius
The heretical refutations continue! Can Gregory carry on his brother's legacy? Find out in this week's episode!
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41min
November 10, 2023 Supplemental: Nuns, Crosses, and Proto-Feminists, Oh My! - Gregory’s Life of Macrina
As if two brilliant brothers weren't enough, it's time to meet a THIRD exemplary member of the family: Macrina the Younger. She was a beloved sister, a learned teacher, and the inspiration for several of Gregory's most celebrated works. Learn all about her in this week's episode!
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19min
November 03, 2023 Episode 24: The Younger Brilliant Brother - Who is Gregory of Nyssa?
It's time for our second Cappadocian to enter the scene! Get ready to meet Gregory of Nyssa: theologian par excellence, married bishop(!), and little brother extraordinaire.
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28min
October 27, 2023 Supplemental - Perfecting the Praises: The Liturgy of St. Basil
In which we take a peek at Basil's *other* contribution to church history: the liturgy that bears his name!
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13min
October 20, 2023 Episode 23: The Power of Prepositions - Basil's On the Holy Spirit
In which the neglected Third Person of the Trinity finally gets some time in the spotlight! Come hear about Basil's mature thought on the Holy Spirit.
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39min
October 13, 2023 Supplemental - The Ordering of Monks: Basil's Long Rule
In which we learn how Basil thought a monk should live, think, eat - and get woken up in the middle of the night!
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25min
October 06, 2023 Episode 22 - What’s in a Name?: Basil Against Eunomius
It's Basil against the final boss of the heteroousians. But who will come out on top in the rhetorical fracas? Listen to find out!
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37min
September 29, 2023 Supplemental - Ever Since the World Began: Basil’s Hexameron and the Best Worst Sermon Ever Preached
Lions, tigers, and bears...and a Church Father messing up a sermon?
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20min
September 22, 2023 Supplemental - Alms for the Poor: Basil the Great on Social Justice
Ever wanted to hear an ancient sermon? Now's your chance! Join Ben for this exploration of one of Basil's most celebrated sermons, titled "To the Rich."
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46min
September 15, 2023 Episode 21 -Great Saint, Wannabe Monk, and Peer Pressurer Extraordinare: Who is Basil the Great?
In which the first of the Cappadocian Fathers makes his debut on the world stage. What will he do to break the impasse of our long-running debate?
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30min

FAQs about The Road to Nicea:

How many episodes does The Road to Nicea have?

The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.