Commentary On The Twelve Prophets Volume 2 Saint Cyril Of Alexandria by Saint Cyril Of Alexandria, Saint Cyril (patriarch Of Alexandria) 9780813201160, 0813201160 instant download after payment.

Cyril of Alexandria's contributions to theology are not confined to
his prominent role in the fifth-century christological conflict, but are
also vital to the development of biblical exegesis. Drawing insights
from older contemporaries, Cyril examines in depth the historical
contexts of prophetic texts, utilizing his knowledge of events and
geographical locations in deriving his interpretations. Imperfect though
his knowledge is, his approach is worthy of admiration because it
combines historical analysis with moral and spiritual perspectives in
achieving a balance that cannot be labeled as either "Alexandrian" or
"Antiochene." This balance is assured by the broad diversity among
Cyril's sources, namely, Didymus the Blind, Jerome, and Theodore of
Mopsuestia. Cyril in turn has exerted a direct influence on Theodoret of
Cyrus, thus forging a link in the succession of patristic exegetical
developments.For Cyril, as for the Fathers in general, the
internal unity of the Bible guarantees that its texts can be applied to
the interpretation of other texts within the scriptural canon. A focal
point of Cyril's interpretation is the relationship between God and his
people as it unfolds in the course of history, revealing a sovereign God
who, while tolerating no infidelity, perseveres patiently in correcting
the errant. This relationship is the basis of a motif that unifies the
Old and New Testaments, with the prophets serving as precursors of the
Savior; thus their proclamations, though often aimed at the events of
their own times, speak to believers of all eras.