Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 7
We pick up the thread of an ancient conversation in Commentary on the Gospel of John, Book 7, giving voice to the surviving fragments of Cyril of Alexandria's monumental work. This isn't a dry historical lecture, but a direct engagement with a fifth-century archbishop's deep and often surprising reflections on scripture. Each episode moves slowly through the text from John 10:18 to John 12:2, allowing Cyril's own words-translated and presented by the reader-to form the core of the discussion. You'll hear his theological precision, his pastoral concerns, and his fervent desire to explain the divine mystery of the Word made flesh. The pace is deliberate, suited for contemplation, whether you're on a quiet walk or pausing during your day. This podcast makes a specialized patristic text accessible, letting listeners sit alongside one of early Christianity's most influential thinkers as he unpacks the symbolism, debates the meanings, and draws out the spiritual nourishment he finds in every phrase. It’s for anyone curious about the foundations of Christian thought, the history of biblical interpretation, or simply in search of a thoughtful, substantive audio experience rooted in ancient wisdom. The voice you'll hear is that of the reader, guiding you through Cyril's profound insights without modern interruption, offering a quiet space to consider these enduring ideas.
