Justin Martyr was born at Flavia Neapols in Palestine around 100 AD. His parents were not Christians either. They were pagan and Greek. He also had a very good education. He excelled in history, language, and poetry. Justin went on to Ephesus and Alexandria to study philosophy. He often "searched for truth" in Stoicism, Aristotelianism, Pythagorianiam, and Platonism. One day, Justin met a man. This man showed him the flaws in the Platonic way of thinking. The man also showed him the Old Testament and tried to convert him. Justin was not satisfied with this. Then, Justin was introduced to the martyrs. These martyrs convinced him to convert to Christianity. He converted around 130 AD. (Internet 1)
             After converting to Christianity, Justin educated people about his religion and watched over the Christian Religion in Rome and Asia Minor. He also talked with and argued over many topics involving religion with non-Christians of all types. Later he opened a school in Ephesus and then in Rome. At Justin's schools, people could learn more about Christian philosophy. (Internet 2)
             As mentioned before, Justin debated with many people about religion. Once he was talking with a "Cynic philosopher" and this philosopher did not like what Justin had to say. Shortly after their talk, Justin was arrested "on the charge of practicing an unauthorized religion." Justin was brought before the Roman officials. He would not forsake his Christianity, and for that he was put to death. Not only was Justin beheaded, but six of his students were as well. (Internet 1)
             Justin also wrote many things. One of the first things he wrote was his First Apology. He then wrote the Second Apology, which was addressed to the Roman Senate. Justin Martyr was the author of the Dialog With Trypho the Jew as well. (Internet 1)
             Justin Martyr was a philosopher, apologist, and a martyr. He always stood up for what he believed in, and fo...