Paul of Samosata: Hero of the Syriac Church or Arch-Heretic?

In this video, Dr. Mike Bird breaks down the life, theology, and scandals surrounding Paul of Samosata, the notorious 3rd-century Bishop of Antioch. We examine his controversial Christology (Dynamic Monarchianism/Adoptionism), his political alignment with Queen Zenobia of Palmyra, his condemnation at the Council of Antioch, and how Paul shaped future debates surrounding the term homoousios. If you enjoy these deep dives into church history, patristics, and historical theology, please Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell! Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts or questions. ⏳ Time Stamps 00:00 - Introduction to Paul of Samosata 00:45 - Who Was Paul of Samosata? (Bishop of Antioch) 02:48 - Political Power & Queen Zenobia of Palmyra 04:46 - Paul and Syriac vs. Greek Divisions in the Roman East 05:20 - The Condemnation of Paul and his Removal by Aurelian 08:41 - Paul Denied that Mary Gave Birth to a God-Man 09:54 - Paul Denied the Union of Natures in Jesus 11:27 - Paul's Invention of the Word Homoousios 13:30 - Paul's Legacy for Future Christology Debates 15:55 - Summary & Outro ✨Check out🎥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC21I7qYVHPsOzL9ujxiRWZA The Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOqEMPs7xS8&list=PL_4rhC0z_G8t5VIOg-5ysURHbzNUOcapn&index=9 Paideia PlayList https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysKmZchYhn0&feature=youtu.be Who is the Son of Man? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q92W994iDfs&feature=youtu.be Paul, Artemis, and Women in the Church https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF9_LBc78ww The Didache https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-4Cqej1Njo&t=147s Polycarp: Bishop, Martyr, Destroyer of the Gods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CF9_LBc78ww&t=3s The Origins of Gnosticism 🔗 Connect With Me Stay updated with more deep dives, articles, and discussions across my platforms: Twitter: mbird12 Threads: michael.bird.33 Substack: michaelfbird.substack.com #PaulOfSamosata #ChurchHistory #EarlyChristianity #Christology #Patristics #HeresyAndOrthodoxy #theologypodcast