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The Catechetical school grew in fame under the leadership of a long line of scholars, including [[Pantanaeus of Alexandria|Pantanaeus]], [[Clement of Alexandria|Clement]], [[Origen]], [[Heraklas of Alexandria|Heraklas]], and Didymus the Blind. Origen was considered the father of theology in the Christian Church and was active in the field of commentary and comparative Biblical studies, as demonstrated in his [[Hexapla]]. The school taught doctrine as well as instruction in Christian life, as Origen explained saying, ''If you want to receive [[Baptism]], you must first learn about God’s Word, cut away the roots of your vices, correct your barbarous wild lives, and practice meekness and humility. Then, you will be fit to receive the grace of the Holy Spirit''. In the broader sense, the school had a spiritual and educational effect on the [[clergy]] and [[laity|layman]] throughout the church.
The school attracted students from all of the Christian world of its time. Many of the students became leaders and bishops in their own local churches. Many leaders of the school rose to become [[archbishop]]s of Alexandria. Among these were [[Peter of Alexandria|Peter]], [[Achillas of Alexandria|Achillas]], and [[Dioscorus of Alexandria|Dioscorus]].
In addition to theology, other subjects were included in the scope of studies at the school. The subjects included science, mathematics, humanities, and philosophy. The study of philosophy enabled the students to use philosophic techniques against the arguments of pagan philosophers.
*[http://www.copticchurch.net/topics/patrology/schoolofalex/I-Intro/chapter1.html An Introduction to the School of Alexandria]
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