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TL;DR

Saint Athanasius the Great was born in Alexandria in 296 AD and showed an early inclination towards a spiritual calling.
He was a deacon to Archbishop Alexander and attended the First Ecumenical Council, where he contributed to establishing Orthodoxy and countering Arian heresy.
Athanasius was elected Archbishop of Alexandria and served for over forty years, facing significant persecution from emperors like Constantius, Julian, and Valent, as well as from heretics.
He sought counsel and support from Saint Anthony, whom he considered his spiritual father.
His life was marked by constant conflict and periods of hiding, including fleeing to Rome twice.
His hagiography highlights his endurance of slander and persecution for Christ's love and notes his eventual victory.
He passed away in 373 AD.
Miraculous deeds, including healings and resurrections, are attributed to him.

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