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Hegesippus, also known as Hegesippus the Nazarene, was a Christian writer of the early Church who dedicated himself to defending orthodox Christian beliefs. He wrote against heresies of the Gnostics and Marcion, focusing on refuting false teachings and preserving the integrity of the Christian faith. Hegesippus made significant contributions to early Christian literature and played a crucial role in combating heresies that posed a threat to the Church.