Rodan of Alexandria
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Rodan of Alexandria harmonized philosophy with Judaism in a way that profoundly influenced the ethical and religious thought of the Occidental world. 121:6.3-6 130:3.9 146:1.3
Nathaniel and Thomas continued discussions with Rodan of Alexandria, who had been well instructed in Jesus' teachings by a former apostle of John the Baptist. 161:0.2
Rodan of Alexandria instructed inquiring Greeks about the kingdom. 177:3.5
On Sunday morning, September 18, Jesus assigned Nathaniel and Thomas to talk with Rodan of Alexandria, a Greek philosopher seeking to harmonize his philosophy with Jesus' teachings. 160:0.1 161:0.2
Jesus declined to enter into conference with Rodan of Alexandria, directing Nathaniel and Thomas to engage in dialogue with him instead. 160:0.1 161:1.2
Rodan of Alexandria was martyred in Greece, after living a faithful life devoted to teaching philosophy in Meganta. 161:2.12
One of the greatest philosophers of his race, Rodan of Alexandria, concluded his dissertations by embracing Jesus' gospel. 160:5.14
At Jesus’ 12th appearance in Alexandria, he instructed Rodan and other believers to proclaim the gospel of love and truth to all, both Jew and gentile, rich and poor, free and bond, male and female, even to little children. 191:6
The arrival of Rodan's pupils from Alexandria led to the conversion of Stephen and Barnabas, sparking conflict with the Jewish rulers that ended in Stephen's stoning. 194:4.11
Bible parallels
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- Stoning of Stephen 194:4.11 — Acts 7:51-60.
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