Commentary on the Gospel of Luke, Sermons 126-140 · Cyril of Alexandria

013 - Sermon 138 Luke 211-4

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The widow who constantly asked for alms lends to God by offering her last two farthings, leaving the temple with empty hands.

Cyril of Alexandria delivers a sermon on Luke 21:1-4, analyzing the story of the poor widow who gave two farthings to the temple treasury. He contrasts her total sacrifice with the partial offerings of the rich, exploring themes of proportional giving, divine judgment, and the spiritual value of charity to the poor.

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