Catena Aurea on Luke 5:17–26: Augustine of Hippo

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CommentAugustine of HippoPublic domainLuke 5:17–26

The men then by whom he is let down may signify the doctors of the Church. But that he is let down with the couch, signifies that Christ ought to be known by man, while yet abiding in his flesh.

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Also cites: ubi sup.

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