The Church’s shape and doctrine were fixed by three figures.

Evidence

Throughout the dark ages and the medieval period, their authority was revered; they, more than any other men, fixed the mould into which the Church was shaped. — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 1306

Categorization

  • corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 1306
  • XREF: connects to: The Catholic Church blended diverse historical, religious, and administrative traditions for strength — Bertrand Russell, History of Western Philosophy, 1817

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