It commences with the rise of Arianism under Constantius and closes with the death of Theodore of Mopsuestia, A.D. 429. Theodoret was one of the last to yield. p. 127 Eng. His inflexible metropolitan, Alexander, vehemently denounced as treason to the truth any approach to reconciliation with Cyril. Theodoret returned to his diocese, and devoted himself to composing a fresh work assailing the obnoxious anathematisms, entitled Pentalogus , from its division into five books. His writings indicate a well-trained and highly cultivated mind, enriched by complete familiarity with the best classical authors. Schulze, Halae, 1771). These works attracted architects and engineers to the city, and afforded remunerative employment to many people, for whose benefit he secured the help of presbyters skilled in medical science ( Epp. (2) The Religious History, φιλόθεος ἱστορία , is devoted to the lives of 30 celebrated hermits and ascetics, his contemporaries, and was written from personal knowledge and popular report before his Ecclesiastical History . For the nature of these documents and for the objections urged by Theodoret and his friends, which, with much that is illogical and inconsistent, contain much that is prima facie Nestorian see CYRILLUS. Auto Suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. THEODORET, b. at Antioch towards the close of the fourth century; d. at Cyrus, or Cyrrhus, the capital of the Syrian province of Cyrrhestica, 457.He was educated in the monastery of St. Euprepius, near Antioch; ordained a deacon by Bishop Porphyrius; and elected bishop of Cyrus in 420 and 423. The indictment was formulated by a presbyter of Antioch named Pelagius, who, in language of the most atrocious violence, proceeded to demand of the council to take the sword of God and, as Samuel dealt with Agag, and Elijah with the priests of Baal, pitilessly destroy those who had introduced strange doctrines into the church. Theodoretus (2) , bp. The East has ever been the nursery of heresy. 104–109), and a letter of his to Alexander of Hierapolis, whom he was representing, informing him how matters were going on at Chalcedon, telling him of the popularity of the deputies with the people, who, in spite of the hostility of the clergy and monks by whom they had been repeatedly stoned, flocked to hear them, assembling in a large court surrounded with porticos, the churches being closed against them; but Theodoret laments their ill-success with the emperor. Includes a commentary on the twelve prophets. Theodoret was assailed on his tenderest side by harassing his diocese. The tenth discourse, “On True and False Oracles,” displays Theodoret’s biting wit and cynicism, in that he cautions “there is no need to blush, my friends; for it is proper to feel shame, not at the confession of sin, but at its commission” (218). (3) Λἱρετικῆς Κακομυθίας ἐπιτομή , Haereticarum Fabularum Compendium , a work directed against heresies in general, in five books. Theodosius continued to pay no heed to the remonstrances of Leo, asserting that everything had been decided at Ephesus with complete freedom and in accordance with the truth, and that the prelates there deposed merited their fate for innovations in the faith. We will ship it separately in 10 to 15 days. He eulogizes the exact and comprehensive orthodoxy with which the Tome of Leo conveys the full mind of the Holy Spirit." Hist. 125, 126, 129; Le Brigandage , pp. The work on the Octateuch consists of answers to difficult points, for the most part characterized by the sound common-sense literalism of the Antiochene school, with but little tendency to allegory. He calls it "a small and desolate city," with but "few inhabitants, and those poor," whose ugliness he had striven to redeem by costly buildings erected at his own expense ( Ep. They give us a heightened esteem of Theodoret himself, his intellectual power, theological precision, warm-hearted affection, and Christian virtues. Kelly. But for his complete satisfaction an oecumenical council was necessary, and to bring that about he laboured with all his might. of his complete works in Gk. He was master of Greek, Syriac, and Hebrew, but unacquainted with Latin. Volume Three includes a commentary on the Twelve Prophets. books having been burnt under Manasseh and other godless kings, or destroyed during the Captivity, Ezra was divinely inspired to rewrite them word for word on the return from the Captivity. I. Exegetical .—These include works on (1) the Octateuch, (2) the books of Sam., Kings, and Chron., (3) the Pss., (4) the Canticles, (5) the Major Prophets, (6) the Twelve Minor Prophets, (7) the Fourteen Epistles of St. Paul, including that to the Hebrews. (2.) The stigma of heterodoxy was speedily removed from him. Eight villages polluted by Marcionite errors, with their neighbouring hamlets comprising more than a thousand souls, one village filled with Eunomians, another with Arians, were brought back to the sound faith. Theodoret, with the other bishops of the province, on this, withdrew from communion with him, and published a synodical letter charging him with ordaining unworthy persons ( ib. Kyros, Theodoretus von 393-466. "It has been observed that "the Antiochenes were fascinated by prophecy" (Frances M. Young). The high-handed behaviour of the patriarchs of Rome and Alexandria towards the bp. To the recovery of these Theodoret devoted his youthful ardour and still undiminished strength, at personal risk. This desire he saw in part fulfilled. The unanimous sentence was that he should be deposed from the priesthood and deprived of even lay communion. Episcopate at Cyrus. (2) A Short Extract from a Commentary on St. Luke . Commentaries on the Prophets, Vol. col. 445, c. 1911. Editions .—There are 2 edd. 1769–1774), in 5 vols. 724–746; Theod. commented on by him are the Epistles of St. Paul, including that to the Hebrews. It is not even certain whether he returned to his episcopal duties at Cyrrhus or remained in the quiet Apamean monastery, devoting himself to literary labours. Theodoret readily replied to the anathematisms seriatim. Long and painful controversy ensued, only crushed at last by John's appealing to the imperial power. He took part also in the proceedings which ensued, when the "concilium" and the "conciliabulum" launched thunderbolts against each other, deposing and excommunicating. Was it that, at least, some miracles were brought home so absolutely to his sensible experience that he had no reason for doubting the others which came to him second-hand? Other treatises he wrote then are lost. But we have, in a Latin version, a long letter addressed to the followers of Nestorius at Constantinople, declaring his adherence to the orthodox faith, although he had felt unable to acquiesce in the condemnation of Nestorius, not believing that the doctrines ascribed to him were actually held by him (Baluz. Theodoret knew that deposition was usually followed by exile, and prepared for the worst. A Dictionary of Early Christian Biography. Their respective titles indicate the line adopted in each. 100). The see was that of Cyrus, or more properly Cyrrhus, the chief city of a district of the province of Euphratensis, called after it Cyrrhestica, an extensive fertile plain between the spurs of the Amanus and the river Euphrates, intersected by mountain ranges. Theodosius insisted on the deposition and expulsion of all bishops who continued opposed to union. He was, however, precluded from accepting the terms of peace which John and others were increasingly inclined to acquiesce in, by the demand that he should anathematize the doctrine of Nestorius and Nestorius himself. The Godhead of Christ was asserted with such emphasis that to some readers His manhood might seem obscured. Theodoret of Cyrus- Antiochus. He denounces the iniquity of the Jews, who had excluded Daniel from the prophets and placed his book among the Hagiographa, because no prophet had so clearly predicted the advent of Jesus Christ, and the very time of His appearance. c. 40, 742). For the details of the conflict see CYRILLUS OF ALEXANDRIA; PROCLUS; RABBULAS; IBAS. c. vii. These accusations were accepted at court, and Dioscorus obtained an imperial edict (dated by Tillemont Mar 30, 449) that as a disturber of the peace of the church Theodoret should keep to his own diocese. But few years remained to Theodoret, and of these very little is known. On July 29, 450, Theodosius II. xv. 831, 850). His chief desire was to witness the complete triumph of truth, and to convince others of the purity of his own teaching. Theodoret of Cyrus (or Cyrrhus) (Greek: Θεοδώρητος Κύρρου) (c. 393 – c. 458/466) was an influential author, theologian, and Christian bishop of Cyrrhus, Syria (423–457).He played a pivotal role in many early Byzantine church controversies that led to various ecumenical acts and schisms. He was unwearied in preaching, and his acquaintance with the Syrian vernacular enabled him to reach the poorest and most ignorant. p. 177). Contents and Character of the Extant Works. (4) Homily spoken at Chalcedon in 431. Of the circumstances of his consecration we are entirely ignorant. He wrote against Cyril of Alexandria's 12 Anathemas which were sent to Nestorius and did not personally condemn Nestorius until the Council of Chalcedon. From his "internement" at Cyrrhus Theodoret calmly watched his enemies' proceedings. The city of Cyrrhus, though the winter quarters of the tenth legion, could boast little dignity or architectural beauty. The last of the great biblical commentators of the school of Antioch, Theodoret wrote works … St. Jerome- Antiochus. Those who adhered to the poisonous teachings of Nestorius deserved the flames. IV. The paragraphs directed against Cyril's twelve articles were slightly modified, but the main body was unaltered (Cyril. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, A Dictionary of Early Christian Biography. at Constantinople, representing his metropolitan Alexander ( ib. lib. Theodoret of Cyrus or Cyrrhus (Greek: Θεοδώρητος Κύρρου; c. AD 393 – c. 458/466) was an influential theologian of the School of Antioch, biblical commentator, and Christian bishop of Cyrrhus (423–457). This step he had repeatedly declared he would never take, and he now tried to satisfy the remonstrants with something short of it, but in vain. After some 7 years in the Apamean monastery, he was drawn to assume the cares of the episcopate. He was also accused on theological grounds. He entreats Leo "to decide whether he ought to submit to the recent sentence. "Burn them!—burn them!" is back-ordered. ; Baluz. (3.) He is considered blessed or a saint by the Eastern Orthodox Church. Though caught up in the theological currents in the period between the Church councils of Ephesus in 431 and Chalcedon in 451, he could claim in a letter late in that period to have commented on "all the prophets, the psalter, and the apostle. The hall re-echoed with cries and counter-cries which interrupted all proceedings. II. This volume completes the commentary on all the Psalms written by Theodoret, bishop of Cyrus, in the decade before the Council of Chalcedon held in 451 CE, a … of Cyrrhus, in behalf of Diodorus and Theodorus, champions of God." Theodoret of Cyrus ~ 455 AD THE ECCLESIASTICAL HISTORY :Index. The reconciliation, however, was by no means acceptable to Theodoret. Robert C. Hill teaches in the School of Studies in Religion at the University of Sydney. This is questioned by some, and must be regarded as doubtful. At that gathering Theodoret, accompanying his metropolitan, Alexander of Hierapolis, was among the earlier comers, anticipating the Oriental brethren, whose arrival he, with 68 bishops, vainly urged should be waited for before the council opened (Baluz. Under the Ban of Theodosius and of the Latrocinium. His life as bishop differed as little as possible from that he had lived in his monastery. An Eng. The Blessed Theodoret, bp. ecclés. (5) Fifteen additional letters of Theodoret. So completely at variance with orthodoxy did he regard them, that in the letter to John (reckoned as Ep. 80, p. 1137). 1141; 1190, 1197). ed. 314). 294). His books were to be committed to the flames (ib. Of these bp. From one passage in the very interesting prologue we learn that Theodoret held the then current opinion, that the whole of the O.T. 66). The whole assembly raised the cry that Theodoret was worthy of his throne, and that the church must receive back her orthodox teacher. 44; Baluz. Dioscorus was now master of the whole Eastern church; "il règne partout." Quantity. The only portions of the N.T. Haydock- Antiochus **4. Theodoret's name appears in the letters and other documents passing between the Oriental party at Ephesus and their representatives in Chalcedon, in which much was said and written in a bitter spirit (Labbe, vol. Cyrus Theodoret von 0393?-0466? 619–624). 150) prefixed to his observations upon them, he expresses a suspicion that some "enemies of the truth" had been sheltering themselves under Cyril's name. Their authorship is doubtful; they have been ascribed to Athanasius or Maximus, but Garnier claims them for Theodoret. Feodorit Bishop of Cyrrhus. 728). Theodoret was one of the Oriental commissioners to the emperor Theodosius II. Against this reproach and against the suspicion that he had given in to escape persecution or to secure a higher place Theodoret sought to defend himself (ib. 56) and Leontius of Byzantius (art. N. Ghibokowski, The Blessed Theodoret, bp. trans. Ḟeodorit Kirrskij 393-466. 130 ff.). Lightfoot writes, "His commentaries on St. Paul are superior to his other exegetical writings, and have been assigned the palm over all patristic expositions of Scripture. Relations with Nestorius and to Nestorianism. V. Epistolary .—No portion of Theodoret's literary remains exceeds in interest and value the large collection of his letters. Haydock- Seleucus Nicator, king of Asia and Syria. 697–699). eccl. Theodoret after his return to Cyrus continued to oppose Cyril by speech and writing. Kyros, Theodoretus von 393-466. by Theodoret of Cyrus | Jan 1, 2007 Paperback Commentary on the Psalms 73-150: Vol. He controverts the opinion that this book contains the story of the earthly loves of Solomon either with Pharaoh's daughter or with Abishag, or that it is a political allegory, in which the bridegroom represents the monarch and the bride the people, and adopts the spiritual interpretation by which the bridegroom stands for Jesus Christ and the bride for the church. c. 95, 662, 801), accepted the orthodoxy of Cyril's letter and regarded it as a recantation of his obnoxious twelve articles, but would not pronounce an anathema on Nestorius. In 416 he was appointed bishop of Cyrus, an important city in Syria northwest of Aleppo. 43, p. 1102), as well as to the patrician Anatolius ( Ep. It is accepted by Photius ( Cod. 79, p. 1135, etc.). To do this (Theodoret writes to his friend Andrew of Samosata) would be to anathematize godliness itself. On the arrival of John and his Oriental brethren, Theodoret at once united himself to them, and gave his voice for the deposition and excommunication of Cyril, Memnon, and their adherents (Labbe, iii. An Eng. There is a trans. 3 Theodoret of Cyrus. The Condemnation of “the Three Chapters.” The Works of Theodoret. Feodorit. Eutychianism became the losing cause, and the orthodox sufferers were speedily recalled. Retirement after Chalcedon, and Death. Copyright StatementThese files are public domain.Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. Eranistes by Theodoret of Cyrus Theodoret of Cyrus , Gerard H. Ettlinger This translation of a major document in patristic Christology, the first translation since the 19th century, is based on the modern critical edition of Theodoret's Greek text. Theodoret of Cyrus- “He is referring to Ptolemy Philopater.” St. Jerome- "Ptolemy Philadelphus, the second king of Egypt. (vi.) Prolegomena and extracts from Commentaries on the Psalms. 81, 113, 116, vol. Theodoret of Cyrus (The Early Church Fathers) Istvan Pasztori Kupan The larger part of Theodoret of Cyrus' existant body of work still remains untranslated, and this lack provides a fragmented representation of his thought and has lead to his misrepresentation by ancient, medieval and some modern scholars. The whole subject presents a very curious intellectual problem. v. ed. Theodoret of Cyrus or Cyrrhus (Greek: Θεοδώρητος Κύρρου; c. AD 393 – c. 458/466) was an influential theologian of the School of Antioch, biblical commentator, and Christian bishop of Cyrrhus (423–457). iv. The bishops who met, as Theodoret informed John (Baluz. Eunomians, Arians, Marcionites, and others who still more wildly distorted the pure faith abounded. For it demanded acceptance of the deposition of Nestorius, the anathematizing of Nestorius's doctrines, and the giving up the four metropolitans of his party who had been deposed at Constantinople. Mém. (1) The former, in five books, was intended to form a continuation of that of Eusebius. Theodoret's condemnation was evidently the chief purpose in summoning this infamous synod. (Paris, 1642 ), by the Jesuit Jac. was added after Sirmond's death by his fellow-Jesuit, J. Garnier (Paris, 1684), containing an auctarium, comprising fragments of commentaries and sermons and some additional letters, together with Garnier's 5 learned but most one-sided dissertations on (1) the life, (2) the writings, (3) the faith of Theodoret, (4) on the fifth general council, and (5) the cause of Theodoret and the Orientals. The critical period in the life of Theodoret was in connexion with the Nestorian controversy, through which he is chiefly known to us. The commander in verse 18 ? Bibliography InformationWace, Henry. Of this, however, there is no evidence, and we are, though most reluctantly, compelled to accept it as his work, together with the equally atrocious letter to Sporacius on the Nestorian heresy. 31). The imperial commissioners now declared that all doubt had been removed and that Theodoret should now receive back his bishopric. Pusey, vi. His mother having been childless for twelve years, his birth was promised by a hermit named Macedonius on the condition of his dedication to God, whence the na… His disgracefully violent language with regard to his former friend Nestorius—whom he stigmatizes as an instrument of Satan, a man who by his pride had plunged the church into disorders, and under the cloak of orthodoxy introduced the denial of the Divinity and of the Incarnation of the Only-begotten Son, and who at last met with the punishment he deserved, a sign of his future punishment—would warrant the charitable hope that this chapter has been erroneously ascribed to Theodoret. p. 246, note, Ceillier, Aut. 1336–1354). As throwing light on his personal history and character, and as helping us to understand the perplexed relations of the principal actors in that stormy period of theological strife and their various shades of theological opinion, their importance cannot be over-estimated. pp. 146). To these may be added a discourse on Charity, περὶ θείας καὶ ἁγίας ἀγάπης (Schulze, 14, 1296 seq.) The Letters. The Græcarum Affectionum Curatio, the Discourse on Charity, and the De Providentia. of Councils , vol. ed. Although his orthodoxy had been acknowledged by Leo and his restoration required by the emperor, the anti-Nestorian section would not hear of his recognition as a bishop until he had in express terms anathematized Nestorius. The larger part of Theodoret of Cyrus' existant body of work still remains untranslated, and this lack provides a fragmented representation of his thought and has lead to his misrepresentation by ancient, medieval and some modern scholars. Sketches, iii. "What," writes Dr. Newman, "made him drink in with such relish what we reject with such disgust? of this remarkable series of letters, arranged according to date and subject, is much to be desired. During his long episcopate, he dealt with many ecclesiastical, social, and political matters. All was now changed. 84). by Baxter in 1847. Covid Safety Membership Educators Gift Cards Stores & Events Help. 304; Baron. The two kings in verse 27 ? They engaged also never to abandon Nestorius. His chief theological teacher, to whom be never refers without deserved reverence and admiration, was Theodore of Mopsuestia, "the great commentator," as he was called, the luminary and pride of the Antiochene school, but one who undoubtedly prepared the way for the teaching of Nestorius by his desire to provide, in Dorner's words, "for a free moral development in the Saviour's manhood." Controversial , dealing with the anathematisms of Cyril, the Eutychian heresy, and, in a work written towards the end of his life, with heresies in general. Cf. 119, p. 1202). pp. Though now at liberty to go where he pleased, Theodoret preferred to remain in his monastery (Ep. 183, p. 1231). His method proved generally effectual. ... “Have thou ever in your mind this seal, which for the present has been lightly touched in my discourse, by way of summary, but shall be stated, should the Lord permit, to the best of my power with the proof from the Scriptures. 113), taking up his abode in a monastery, one of two founded in a large village called Nicerte, 3 miles from Apamea, and about 75 from Antioch ( Ep. The Auctarium of Garnier also contains the following: (1) Prolegomena and Extracts of Commentaries on the Psalms, probably derived from Catenae . ), the Orientals were divided into two great parties: the peace-seeking majority, with John of Antioch and the venerable Acacius at their head, ready to meet Cyril half-way; the violent party of irreconcilables, with Alexander of Hierapolis as their leader, opposed to all reconciliation as treason to the truth; while a third or middle party was led by Theodoret and Andrew of Samosata, anxious for peace, but on terms of their own. Theodoret speaks also of Diodorus of Tarsus as his teacher, but this can only have been through his writings. on Ps. The Writings of Theodoret of Cyrus The first part discusses Theodoret’s exegetical (ch.1), dogmatic and controversial (ch.2), apologetic (ch.3), historical (ch.4), oratorical (ch.5) writings, his epistles (ch.6) and works falsely attributed to Theodoret (ch.7). Neander, iv. Jon Stevens / October 13, 2018 / Roman Catholicism. x. Theodoret after his return to Cyrus continued to oppose Cyril by speech and writing. 390 seq. Description. eccl. This was succeeded by another ed. 3:3. He received an extensive education at an early age. 73–150 will appear shortly). Schulze, vol. His parents held a high position at Antioch. When these documents arrived, Theodoret was at Antioch with other bishops of the province. of Theodoret's works in Bohn's Lib. The ed. The interposition of Pulcheria and of the Western princesses was employed in vain. The first of these was by Theodoret. Cyril found it impossible to accept the terms proposed in Theodoret's articles. Entry for 'Theodoretus, Bishop of Cyrrhus'. The following facts about his life are gleaned mainly from his Epistles and his Religious History (Philotheos historia). cit. Before the deputies finally left Chalcedon, the Orientals delivered addresses to the adherents of the deposed Nestorius who had crossed the Bosphorus from Constantinople. Designed to crush one form of heretical teaching as regards our Lord's personal nature, these "articles" (detached, against Cyril's intention, from the letter on which they were based) hardly escaped falling into the opposite error. Theodoret of Cyrus ~ 455 AD THE ECCLESIASTICAL HISTORY General Index He awaits his decision. His rich Christian family gave Theodoret a thorough education in classic culture, literature, and philosophy. The symbol (Creed) that formed the basis of the reconciliation (c. 433) of John of Antioch and others with Cyril was apparently drawn up by Theodoret (P. G., LXXXIV, 209 sqq. t. v. pp. vi. For appreciation, terseness, and good sense they are perhaps unsurpassed, and if the absence of faults were a just standard of merit, they would deserve the first place; but they have little claim to originality, and he who has read Chrysostom and Theodore of Mopsuestia will find scarcely anything in Theodoret which he has not seen before. and Lat. The last of the great biblical commentators of the school of Antioch, Theodoret wrote works on all the prophets during his years as bishop of Cyrus. Finding his growing isolation more and more intolerable, Theodoret invited the chiefs of the fast-lessening band of his sympathizers, Alexander, Andrew, and others, to take counsel at Zeugma, in reference to the union with Cyril, which had been accepted by John and earnestly pressed upon them by the combined weight of the ecclesiastical and civil power. Historical , and V. Epistolary . Only a few fragments remain. Though still holding back from reconciliation with Cyril, he was virtually the means of bringing about the long-desired peace. IV. It is in 12 discourses, and furnishes a very able and eloquent defence of Christianity against the ridicule and ignorant accusations of pagan philosophers, written probably before 437. 4, de Sectis ) (cf. He could boast with all honesty to pope Leo I. in 449 that by the help of his prayers not a single plant of tares was left among them, and that his whole flock had been delivered from heretical errors (Epp. Chapter 1. xv. Hist. Pelagius was allowed to lay before the synod the proofs of his accusation, contained in "The Apology of Theodoret, bp. 79, 81). Theodoret submitted, leaving the city without bidding his friends farewell ( Ep. Theodoret appears to have been mentioned by name in the edict of recall. (Gal. Ḟeodorit Kẏrskij 393-466. p. 220). This certainly will explain what to most of us is sure to seem the stupid credulity of so well-read, so intellectual an author " (Hist. c. 72, 775). The coldness arising between him and John after John's reconciliation with Cyril had been much increased by John's uncanonical intrusion into the province of Alexander in the ordination of bishops. trans. Theodoret (c. 393-460) was born in Antioch of Syria. Theodoret emerges in this work as a measured commentator and balanced exponent of his school's hermeneutical and theological principles. Are recorded and taking no part in the letter to John ( reckoned as Ep all doubt been. 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