Description
Twenty-nine in all, these letters cover all but three of Cyril's years as a bishop. The first twelve were published in 2009 ((Fathers of the Church 118(). The present volume completes the set. Festal letters were used in Alexandria primarily to announce the beginning of Lent and the date of Easter. They also served a catechetical purpose, however, allowing the Patriarch an annual opportunity to write pastorally not just about issues facing the entire see, but also about the theological issues of the day. Thus, in these letters we catch a glimpse of Cyril the pastor writing about complex theology in an uncomplicated way. These letters also illuminate other realities of the ancient church in Alexandria, especially the relationship with the Jewish community and the rising influence of asceticism.
About the Author
Philip R. Amidon is a Jesuit priest who earned his D. Phil. degree at Oxford University. He is currently Resident Assistant Professor at Creighton University.
John J. O'Keefe is professor of historical theology at Creighton University. He earned his Ph.D. in Early Christian Studies from the Catholic University of America.
Book Information
ISBN 9780813221847
Author St. Cyril of Alexandria
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint The Catholic University of America Press
Publisher The Catholic University of America Press
Weight(grams) 422g