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Origen was a theological and exegetical superhero for the early Christian movement. He was nicknamed 'Adamantius,' the 'Man of Steel,' by the first Christian church historian, Eusebius. Origen brought the best philosophical views of his time into conversation with scripture the former being subordinate to the latter and his goal was to improve the lives of his fellow Christians. After his death around 234 CE Origen eventually fell into disfavor among church authorities and was labeled a heretic during the sixth century. In spite of his deep commitment to the Bible, the Man of Steel sunk in the eyes of the church. In spite of his heretical status he maintained a lot of influence in the West, but his influence in the East was largely extinguished.