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John Chrysostom, the Archbishop of Constantinople, wrote a short treatise in dialogue form between his friend Basil and himself, about the dignity of the priesthood. The work includes sections on the importance of preaching, the call to the priesthood, the purity of the priest, and the exalted position of the priesthood.

St John Chrysostom (c. 347–407) is one of the greatest preachers in the history of the Church. This collection brings together nine of his sermons on the saving events of Christ's life, preached on particular feasts: one on Christmas (On the Day of Christ’s Birth), one on Theophany (On the Baptism of Christ), one on Holy Thursday (On the Betrayal of Judas), two on Great and Holy Friday (On the Cross and the Thief and On the Cemetery and the Cross), one on Pascha (Against Drunkenness and on the Resurrection), one On the Ascension, and one On Pentecost.

Christian tradition often seems to give only grudging approval to married life, particularly its sexual aspect. In these sermons of St John Chrysostom, we find an important corrective to this view.

John Chrysostom (c. 347-407), Archbishop of Constantinople, was an early Church Father. This series of eight instructions concerning baptism were given by him, most likely at Antioch around the year 390. Their interest derives from Chrysostom's activities for the baptismal candidates and as their instructor in Christian doctrine and morality.

This book contains sermons given by St John Chrysostom (ca. 349-407), the "Golden Mouth," perhaps the greatest preacher of all time. David Ford selected these particular sermons to illustrate certain dramatic moments in Chrysostom's life, which highlight some of the most important themes of his preaching and elements of his remarkable character and personality. Chrysostom's passion for proclaiming the truth and his love for his flock and, above all, for God shine through in these homilies, delivered at pivotal moments in his eventful life.

This commentary on Galatians was compiled from six homilies given by St. John Chrysostom (347 - 407), the great preacher of Constantinople, providing a detailed verse by verse study of this important letter by the apostle St. Paul. The epistle is the ninth book in the New Testament and is addressed to the Christians in Galatia, a region of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). In the letter, St. Paul addresses the controversy of the Mosaic law and how it applies to non-Jewish Christians. It is also notable for recording the controversy between Paul and Peter over "Judaizers".

In 387 AD, Emperor Theodosius I imposed new taxes. In Antioch, the protests against the tax degenerated into a riot in which the statues of the imperial family were thrown down. Roman emperors viewed the crime of lèse-majesté in a serious light, and the Antiochenes dreaded that Theodosius would destroy the city in retaliation. It was in the aftermath of the Riot of the Statues that Chrysostom delivered a series of lenten sermons which have come to be known as The Homilies on the Statues.

Saint John Chrysostom (c. 349-407), Archbishop of Constantinople, was an important Early Church Father. These three homilies deal with errors against, which Chrysostom contended all his life. It is assumed that they were delivered at Antioch when Chrysostom was a presbyter under the Episcopate of Flavian. Chrysostom opposed the idea that the world was abandoned to the dominion of devils, insisting very boldly on the freedom of will, moral responsibility, and the duty of vigorously resisting temptation.

If you had a plot of land, would you sow the entire area or half of it? If you had a million dollars, would you want to receive interest on the entire amount or half of it? This is how things are when it comes to spiritual matters also. If our soul has 10 degrees of virtue, our All-good God will send us 10 degrees of temptations. He will sow and plow the entire field of our soul. If He gives you more than you are able to endure, you will collapse; if he gives you less, He is being unfair to you. He is depriving you of eternal earnings, of eternal glory!

This moving treatise was composed when St. Chrysostom was in exile, probably shortly before his death. It was sent with a letter to his friend the deaconess Olympias in Constantinople. A portion of this treatise reflects the thoughts of Plato in the 10th book of The Republic to prove the immortality of the soul.

The deaconess Olympias, to whom 17 of Chrysostom's extant letters are addressed, was born about 368 to a pagan family of high rank. After the death of her father Seleucus, she was brought up under the guardianship of her uncle Procopius who was a devout Christian.

John Chrysostom’s letters to his childhood friend Theodore who had fallen for a young woman after agreeing to live a life of asceticism. John explains to Theodore that he has covenanted with a Heavenly Bridegroom and that to marry Hermione would be adultery. John compares the destruction of the soul of Theodore to the destruction of the Temple of Israel.

This letter of St. John Chrysostom to the Bishop of Rome, deals with Theophilus, the leader of the Church in Alexandria. Theophilus had been commanded to go to Constantinople, to answer to the Emperor for accusations against him. He arrived bringing with him a multitude of Egyptian Bishops, showing from the outset that he came for war and antagonism, argues Chrysostom.

John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, wrote this homily against prevalent heresies of his time. Marcionism was an early Christian dualist belief system that originated in the teachings of Marcion of Sinope around the year 144, while Manichaeism taught an elaborate dualistic cosmology describing the struggle between a spiritual world of light and a material world of darkness.

Join us as we elevate our minds towards Heaven, embracing a passionate longing that ignites our spirits. Clad in the fervor of divine fire, we face the world unafraid—be it wild beasts or countless snares, nothing can deter us when we are armed with this sacred flame. The heat of this fire is overwhelming, consuming all in its path. Let us be enveloped in this divine light, offering glory to our Lord Jesus Christ, who reigns with the Father and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen. Thanks be to God. (Summary from Homily 34)

Explore the rich tapestry of Ephesus, a bustling metropolis of Asia known for its devotion to the goddess Diana and its vibrant philosophical community. In this engaging podcast, we delve into the significance of Pauls Epistle to the Ephesians, written while he was imprisoned in Rome, and discover the profound insights he shares with its well-instructed recipients. Through lofty sentiments and groundbreaking revelations, Paul addresses themes of unity, divine wisdom, and the inclusive promise of the Gospel. Join us as we unpack the timeless teachings that resonate even today.

Dive into Homilies 44 through 64 of St. John Chrysostoms insightful commentary on the Gospel of St. Matthew. This collection beautifully explores the parables and teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ, offering rich reflections and timeless wisdom. - Summary by The Reader

These homilies by Chrysostom are great examples of his discourses. St. Ignatius was the Bishop of Antioch who suffered martyrdom at Rome in the reign of Trajan about the year 110 CE. St. Babylas was Bishop of Antioch from about 237 to 250. He was martyred in the persecution under Decius.

St. John Chrysostom’s treatise on humility, hope, and prayer. “Nothing is more powerful than prayer when fervent and genuine,” claims Chrysostom, asserting that it both disperses present dangers and rescues from penalties.

In these thought-provoking homilies, Chrysostom confronts the errors that plagued his contemporaries, who often used the notion of demonic dominance or fates inevitability to justify their moral weaknesses. In a time marked by moral decay, many sought to excuse their lack of resistance to evil, both within themselves and in others. Chrysostom boldly challenges this dangerous philosophy, emphasizing the vital importance of free will, moral accountability, and the necessity of vigorous effort in the face of temptation. Some critics even suggested that his stance bordered on Pelagianism, yet his ...