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Catena Aurea on Luke 2:28–32: Athanasius of Alexandria

Bulgarian icon painter, Saint Athanasius of Alexandria (icon), 17th century · Sozopol · Public domainBulgarian icon painter, Saint Athanasius of Alexandria (icon), 17th century, Sozopol

CommentAthanasius of AlexandriaPublic domainLuke 2:28–32

That is to say, the salvation wrought by Christ for the whole world. How then was it said above that he was watching for the consolation of Israel, but because he truly perceived in the spirit that consolation would be to Israel at that time when salvation was prepared for all people.

Reproduced in full. Translation: Oxford 1841 (Newman), public domain (Public domain).

Also cites: non occ.

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