The Eternal Word and Wisdom: Exploring Jesus through Origen's Lens

📖 Introduction

Welcome to this 7-day Bible study journey where we explore the profound identity of Jesus Christ as the eternal Word (Logos) and Divine Wisdom, themes deeply emphasized by the early Christian theologian Origen. In the early centuries of the Church, Origen engaged deeply with Greek philosophy, especially the concept of Logos — a term meaning "reason" or "word" — to articulate the nature of Christ. He saw Jesus not merely as a historical figure but as the eternal, pre-existent Wisdom of God through whom all things were created.

Origen’s use of Logos and Wisdom connects Scripture with Greek thought, revealing the profound harmony between divine revelation and reason. This study invites believers to reflect on Jesus as the unchanging, eternal Word who reveals God’s nature to us. From the opening verses of John’s Gospel to the exalted descriptions in Proverbs, this plan will unpack Scripture passages that demonstrate Jesus as the foundation of all creation and the source of divine wisdom.

Throughout the next seven days, you’ll meditate on passages that illuminate this beautiful truth, supported by Origen’s insights as a springboard for understanding the richness of Jesus’s identity. May this study deepen your faith, sharpen your understanding, and expand your appreciation of Christ’s eternal role as both Word and Wisdom.