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How did the persecution of 202 affect Origenās family?
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During the persecution of 202, Origenās father, Leonides, was martyred for his faith. As a result of his father's death, Origen was left to provide for his mother and his six younger brothers. Following this loss, Origen initially resided in the home of a wealthy lady before supporting his family by teaching grammar and adopting a life of strenuous asceticism.1