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""Titi Bostreni Contra Manichaeos Libri Quatuor"" is a vital theological treatise written by the 4th-century Bishop Titus of Bostra. This significant work represents one of the most comprehensive and intellectually rigorous defenses of Christian orthodoxy against the dualistic doctrine of Manichaeism during the later years of the Roman Empire. By providing a detailed scriptural and philosophical rebuttal of the Manichaean worldview-which posited a fundamental cosmic struggle between equal powers of Light and Darkness-Titus emerged as a key figure in early patristic literature. Divided into four books, the text addresses the origin of evil, the creation of the material world, and the essential harmony between the Old and New Testaments. Titus of Bostra's arguments are particularly noted for their emphasis on human free will and the inherent goodness of creation, challenging the deterministic and ascetic tenets of his opponents. This edition, curated by the distinguished scholar Paul de Lagarde, provides a critical window into the complex religious landscape of the ancient Near East. ""Titi Bostreni Contra Manichaeos Libri Quatuor"" remains an indispensable primary source for scholars of historical theology, ancient philosophy, and the development of early Christian doctrine. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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