St. Theophylact of Ochrid

St. Theophylact: The Lord shows us that we ought not to answer . . .

Sayings from Saints, Elders, and Fathers, St. Theophylact of Ochrid / By
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“The Lord shows us that we ought not to answer those who ask a question with malicious intent (cf. Mt. 21:23-27). For He Himself did not reply to those Jews who questioned Him with cunning, although He was not at a loss for an answer.”

— St. Theophylact, Explanation of the Gospel of St. Matthew

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St. Theophylact: At that time, the High Priest was in ecstasy, filled with the Spirit of God . . .

Sayings from Saints, Elders, and Fathers, St. Theophylact of Ochrid / By
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“At that time, the High Priest was in ecstasy, filled with the Spirit of God, and understood that the maiden was the dwelling place of divine grace and more worthy then he to stand always before God’s countenance. He remembered that the Law commended the Ark be placed in the Holy of Holies and straightway perceived that this ordinance pertained to the maiden.”

— St. Theophylact of Ochrid

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