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Cyril of Alexandria (Ancient Greek: Κύριλλος Ἀλεξανδρείας; Coptic: Ⲡⲁⲡⲁ Ⲕⲩⲣⲓⲗⲗⲟⲩ ⲁ̅ or ⲡⲓ̀ⲁⲅⲓⲟⲥ Ⲕⲓⲣⲓⲗⲗⲟⲥ; c. 376–444) was the Patriarch of Alexandria from 412 to 444.
Jun 23, 2024 · Saint Cyril of Alexandria, Christian theologian and bishop active in the complex doctrinal struggles of the 5th century. He is chiefly known for his campaign against Nestorius, whose views on Christ’s nature were to be declared heretical. Cyril was named a doctor of the church in 1882.
5 days ago · Saint Cyril of Alexandria was instrumental in the Church’s doctrinal statement that there is one person but two natures in Christ. The practical implication of this teaching is that we believe that Jesus is truly God and truly human.
Jun 24, 2024 · St. Cyril of Alexandria died on June 27, 444, having been a bishop for nearly 32 years. Long celebrated as a saint, particularly in the Eastern Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches, he...
St. Cyril of Alexandria, born around 375 AD in the bustling city of Alexandria, emerged as one of the most influential figures in early Christian theology. Alexandria, a melting pot of cultures and religions, was a significant center of learning in the ancient world.
Jun 23, 2024 · Not your typical saint, St. Cyril of Alexandria, whose feast day we celebrate on June 27, was a “large and in charge” bishop, a bold character of great bravery in the fifth century. He is best known for his defense of the doctrine of the Incarnation (that the one Person of Jesus was the divine Son, the Second Person of the Trinity), and for ...
5 days ago · St. Cyril, the esteemed Bishop of Alexandria, holds a pivotal place in the history of the early Christian Church. Born in Egypt in 370 AD, Cyril’s life and works left an indelible mark on Christian theology, particularly through his ardent defense of the divine nature of Jesus Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary’s title as Theotokos , or God-bearer.
Cyril of Alexandria (c. 378 - 444 C.E.) was the Christian patriarch of Alexandria when the city was at its height in influence and power within the Roman Empire. He distinguished himself by using his position to champion the orthodox faith against Jews and heretics.
St. Cyril of Alexandria. Share. Doctor of the Church. St. Cyril has his feast in the Western Church on the 28th of January; in the Greek Menaea it is found on the 9th of June, and (together with St. Athanasius) on the 18th of January.
St. Cyril of Alexandria, born around 375 AD in the bustling city of Alexandria, emerged as one of the most influential figures in early Christian theology. Alexandria, a melting pot of cultures and religions, was a significant center of learning in the ancient world.
