Sextus Empiricus in the early church
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Sceptic philosopher and physician.
3 passages cite it, in date order.
| Passage | Cites | Kind | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refutation of All Heresies 5.13.3 · Hippolytus of Rome | Math. 5 | allusion, medium confidence | ca. 222–235 |
| Oration 21.12 · Gregory of Nazianzus | — | echo, low confidence | ca. 362–383 |
| Hexaemeron 9.4 · Basil of Caesarea | Pyr. 1.69 | allusion, low confidence | ca. 370 |