Letters
423–457
| Name and Summary | Pages |
|---|---|
This letter expresses the author's hope for an honest judgment of his work on the divine Apostle, seeking reassurance and critique from a discerning judge. | 1 |
This letter discusses how love and affection can impair impartial judgment, especially among close relations such as family and friends. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of divine judgment and warns against judging others prematurely, highlighting that only God can discern true intentions. | 4 |
This letter expresses gratitude to God for the gifts and blessings received, especially during the feast day, emphasizing divine generosity. | 1 |
This letter highlights how feast days serve as divine opportunities for comfort and reflection on God's gifts. | 1 |
This letter celebrates the joyous occasion of the divine feast and the spiritual blessings it bestows. | 1 |
This letter offers comfort to Theonilla after the death of her husband, emphasizing the importance of accepting divine decree and trusting in the promise of resurrection. | 1 |
This letter encourages Eugraphia to find comfort in the Christian hope of resurrection and the significance of Christ's suffering for humanity. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's gratitude for the support received in response to an unjust condemnation they faced. | 1 |
This letter encourages Elias to use his legal knowledge and eloquence to defend the oppressed and bring justice to wrongdoers. | 1 |
This letter praises Flavianus for his role as a guiding light and protector of true faith, likening his influence to a beacon that offers safety and reassurance to believers. | 1 |
This letter offers encouragement and consolation to Bishop Irenæus in the face of personal loss, specifically the death of his son-in-law. | 2 |
This letter expresses admiration for the wine of Lesbos and reflects on the nature of time's effects on worldly things. | 1 |
This letter offers comfort and guidance to Alexandra following the loss of a loved one, emphasizing the transient nature of human possessions and the promise of eternal life. | 4 |
This letter offers consolation to Silvanus, who is grieving intensely over a loss, by encouraging patience and trust in God's wisdom. | 1 |
This letter expresses concern over escalating conflicts within the Church and urges Bishop Irenæus to maintain calm and speak truthfully against critics. | 3 |
This letter offers comfort and spiritual guidance to Deaconess Casiana in her time of grief. | 2 |
This letter offers comfort to Neoptolemus in his grief over the loss of loved ones, emphasizing the tension between the pain of separation and the hope brought by Christian resurrection teachings. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's admiration for the eloquence and faith of Athanasius, whom Presbyter Basilius recommended. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes that inner disposition can be tempered by resolute action, exemplified by Athanasius’s gentle yet passionate devotion to divine matters. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's joyful acceptance of suffering for the sake of divine truth, emphasizing the strength and love derived from faith in Christ. | 5 |
This letter praises Count Ulpianus, emphasizing that his natural virtues and character make him admirable and distinguished. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes that God distributes wealth and poverty with justice, using adversity as a means for the wealthy to demonstrate kindness. | 1 |
This letter expresses the writer's deep appreciation for Andreas Bishop's piety and seeks to encourage mutual spiritual support. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of celebrating the feast of Christ, highlighting how it has become a widespread expression of gratitude and joy among believers. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes the ongoing blessings and spiritual benefits derived from celebrating the Lord's feasts. | 1 |
This letter encourages believers to trust in God's divine care and the family of faith as a source of true security and comfort. | 1 |
This letter encourages Jacobus, a Presbyter and Monk, to view old age with joy and gratitude for a life of virtuous effort. | 1 |
This letter reflects on the suffering and decline of Carthage, highlighting its historical struggles and current disarray. | 1 |
This letter urges Aerius the Sophist to demonstrate the practical benefits of his philosophical discussions by showing charity and hospitality, especially towards Celestinianus in his time of need. | 1 |
This letter advocates for the support and compassion of Celestinianus, a noble exile from Carthage, who is suffering the hardships of displacement while maintaining his faith. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes God's mercy in sparing humanity from immediate divine punishment and highlights how current sufferings, such as those of exiles from Africa, serve both as chastisement and instruction for others. | 1 |
This letter narrates the suffering of Celestinianus, a prominent figure whose life has been dramatically changed by barbarian warfare that led to the loss of his wealth, status, and home in Carthage. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes the paramount importance of loving kindness and encourages the Count Patricius to exemplify and promote this virtue. | 1 |
This letter commendably praises Irenæus for his kindness, humility, and generosity toward those in need, especially those who have experienced misfortune. | 1 |
This letter requests aid for Celestinianus, a man who has lost his wealth and prosperity due to barbarian invasions and now relies on the charity of others. | 1 |
This letter praises the governor for his just and kind rule, emphasizing the benefits and virtues that come with good governance, especially when combined with sincere religion. | 1 |
This letter reflects on the divine feast of salvation, emphasizing the spiritual gifts and the hope of resurrection brought by Christ's death and resurrection. | 1 |
This letter expresses a desire to share the joyful spirit of the feast but is hindered by a sense of sin and divine judgment. | 1 |
This letter reflects a somber tone, addressing the contrast between the celebration of a feast and the prevailing sense of divine wrath and communal suffering. | 1 |
This letter reflects on how spiritual blessings are hindered by the consequences of sin, which cause suffering and unrest globally. | 1 |
This letter urges Constantius the Prefect to reconsider false accusations against tax-payers and to support the liquidation of unjust taxation in the city. | 3 |
This letter appeals to Augusta Pulcheria for her clemency and intervention in the affairs of the author's troubled country. | 2 |
This letter expresses gratitude and respect to the Patrician Senator while seeking his support to uphold the legitimacy of a recent visitation law. | 1 |
This letter urges Patrician Anatolius to reconsider his actions, which have caused distress and hardship for the people of the East, and to provide protection against unjust accusations. | 2 |
This letter encourages Petrus to remain steadfast in his commitment to justice and truth in the face of opposition. | 1 |
This letter requests Bishop Proclus of Constantinople to defend Philip, the governor of Cyrrhus, against false accusations and slander. | 1 |
This letter responds to an accusation directed at the author, who is confident in his ability to refute it and believes the charges may stem from miscommunication or a desire for more correspondence. | 1 |
This letter gently addresses a misperception, comparing the recipient's praise to a mirror reflecting his own beauty rather than the writer's true qualities. | 1 |
This letter encourages Archimandrite Gerontius by recognizing the piety and zeal reflected in his dedication to divine matters. | 1 |
This letter praises the bishop Thomas for his virtuous deeds and recognizes his efforts in promoting piety with eloquence. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes that divine providence uses calamities to promote growth, discipline, and moral examples for believers. | 1 |
This letter encourages Bishop Sophronius of Constantina to generously support Bishop Cyprianus, who is in need due to African calamities. | 1 |
This letter expresses the uplifting power of divine celebrations to bring joy and restore hope amid despair. | 1 |
This letter expresses the writer's deep distress, tempered by the uplifting memory of the Lord's Epiphany. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's deep personal grief while still respecting the customs of a feast day. | 1 |
This letter conveys the author's joy and congratulations to Prefect Eutrechius on his elevation and honorable rule. | 1 |
This letter expresses the writer's internal conflict about whether to communicate with the esteemed Consul Nomus, balancing respect for his judgment with a desire to contribute and show concern. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes that genuine friendships remain strong despite physical separation and the passage of time. | 1 |
This letter extols the virtues of Dioscorus, Bishop of Alexandria, emphasizing especially his humility and modesty. | 1 |
This letter is a response to a recent correspondence from Archibius, addressed to the writer, who promptly replied and entrusted their message to a devout presbyter. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's humility and gratitude for the praise he received from Presbyter Eusebius and acknowledges his desire to live quietly and unseen, much like a bee gathering sweetness from various sources. | 1 |
This letter expresses a mixture of gratitude for the Celebrations of the Passion and Resurrection of Christ, alongside concern over current church disturbances. | 1 |
This letter reflects on the significance of Christ's Passion and Resurrection, emphasizing the joy and hope they bring to believers. | 1 |
This letter encourages General Zeno to overcome grief and maintain his composure in the face of human suffering. | 1 |
This letter invites Aerius the Sophist to join a sacred feast in celebration of the church and its spiritual leaders. | 1 |
This letter acknowledges Maranas's efforts in organizing the dedication feast and constructing the holy temple, as well as bringing faithful heralds to reside there. | 1 |
This letter expresses an invitation to Epiphanius to join in celebrating the feast of the holy Apostles and Prophets. | 1 |
This letter offers comfort to Eugraphia after the death of her husband, urging her to view his passing through a divine and philosophical lens. | 2 |
This letter recounts the tragic story of Mary, a noblewoman who was enslaved following the upheavals in Libya but was eventually rescued by faithful soldiers and cared for by the author. | 2 |
This letter praises Zeno for his admirable qualities as a leader, highlighting his combination of fortitude, gentleness, and prudence. | 1 |
This letter describes how, in the past, different cities celebrated their own distinct religious festivals, but now, due to increased understanding and unity, all peoples celebrate the Christian feast of God and Saviour together and simultaneously. | 1 |
This letter encourages Apollonius to recognize that his natural talents and education are impressive, but that true fulfillment comes from knowledge of God as their ultimate source. | 1 |
This letter is a warm and celebratory greeting to Urbanus, expressing blessings and well wishes. | 1 |
This letter expresses a deep sense of brotherhood, mutual respect, and spiritual kinship between the letter writer and the clergy of Beroea. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes that true friendship remains strong despite physical separation, illustrating this with the enduring bond between the writer and Uranius of Cyprus. | 2 |
This letter encourages Eulalius, Bishop of Persian Armenia, to remain steadfast and courageous in the face of persecution, emphasizing that true shepherds sacrifice themselves for their flock, exemplified by biblical prophets and apostles. | 5 |
This letter emphasizes the responsibility of church leaders, like Eusebius, to shepherd and care for their congregation with dedication and self-sacrifice, likening their role to that of a vigilant helmsman or shepherd. | 3 |
This letter expresses the author's distress over being compelled to remain at Cyrus due to imperial orders, despite personal and pastoral hardships. | 3 |
This letter expresses the author's astonishment and distress over the lack of support and information from the prefect regarding conspiracies against him and the broader disturbances within the Church in regions like Phoenicia and Palestine. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's distress over being unjustly punished and restricted from traveling, despite his long-standing service and dedication to the Church. | 4 |
This letter is a plea for understanding and brotherly support amidst accusations and false charges of heresy. | 3 |
This letter is a defense of Theodoret of Cyrrhus against accusations of heresy, specifically the charge that he divides Christ into two persons. | 6 |
This letter addresses false accusations that the author is dividing the doctrine of Christ into two sons. | 2 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of love and unity in faith while affirming the true understanding of the nature of Christ, opposing those who confuse or divide His divine and human natures. | 2 |
This letter describes Theodoret of Cyrrhus's distress over severe attacks on the faith and his struggles against internal church conflicts, particularly with Bishop Dioscorus of Alexandria. | 3 |
This letter expresses the author's deep spiritual resilience and gratitude amid suffering for confessing Christ, despite feeling unsupported by recent correspondence. | 2 |
This letter is a humble appeal for understanding and justice from Theodoret to Taurus the Patrician, accused unjustly of heresy or false teachings. | 1 |
This letter describes the author's plea to Florentius the Patrician to defend him against false accusations and slander from his critics. | 2 |
This letter is a plea for justice and clarification from an elder Christian teacher accused of falsehood. | 1 |
This letter defends the author's innocence against accusations of being both unmarried and married twice, as well as charges of falsifying apostolic doctrine. | 1 |
This letter requests Anatolius the Patrician to defend the church against false accusations by supporting the efforts of the bishops in Rome. | 1 |
This letter appeals to the senator, emphasizing the author's innocence amidst false accusations and requesting support. | 1 |
This letter urges Protogenes to use his authority to support the true faith against the overwhelming attacks on the churches in the East, and to bring calm and clarity to the situation. | 1 |
This letter commends Præfect Antiochus for his benevolent leadership and widespread reputation, urging him to continue performing admirable deeds. | 1 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of reconciliation and clear communication, urging the recipient to address any misunderstandings or offenses directly. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's joy and gratitude for Count Sporacius's warm zeal, good will, and the support he has received from others on his behalf. | 1 |
This letter encourages steadfast faith and patience amidst church turmoil, emphasizing God's control over all events. | 1 |
This letter defends the writer against false accusations and clarifies his orthodox teaching on the nature of Christ, emphasizing the distinction between flesh and divine nature. | 1 |
This letter expresses gratitude for Alexandra’s zealous support and prayers. | 1 |
This letter addresses ongoing accusations and false teachings concerning the nature of Christ, emphasizing the author's clear doctrine of the one Son, Jesus Christ, as both God and man. | 1 |
This letter urges Bishop Basilius to defend the truth and speak out against false accusations made against the writer, emphasizing the importance of integrity and righteousness. | 2 |
This letter addresses the misrepresentations and calumnies that have caused fellow bishops to travel to the imperial city, and the author's desire to strengthen bonds of friendship in response. | 1 |
This letter defends the orthodoxy of the writer's teachings against various heretical accusations and slanders. | 3 |
This letter encourages Eulogius to defend the reputation of Theodoret against false accusations and slander. | 1 |
This letter encourages Abraham the Œconomus to maintain peace within the churches and to resist the spreading of slander. | 1 |
This letter encourages Presbyter Theodotus to persist in defending the apostolic doctrines amid ongoing struggles. | 1 |
This letter commends Acacius for his piety and diligent efforts in caring for orphans and defending the apostolic doctrines. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's firm faith and resilience in the face of opposition, persecution, and false accusations, while seeking confirmation of his doctrinal beliefs from Bishop Eusebius. | 3 |
This letter discusses a complex situation regarding ecclesiastical authority, obedience to imperial and church orders, and the ordination of bishops, emphasizing the importance of adhering to established precedents and maintaining orthodoxy. | 3 |
This letter expresses the writer's humble acceptance of suffering and exile, highlighting the unjust slanders and challenges faced by him despite his innocence. | 2 |
This letter expresses the concern that the ongoing theological conflicts and divisions within the Church threaten the purity of the faith and the unity of believers. | 4 |
This letter is a plea from Theodoret of Cyrrhus to Leo, Bishop of Rome, seeking support and justice in an ecclesiastical dispute. | 6 |
This letter commends presbyter Peter for his wisdom, kindness, and medical skills, and recommends him to Andiberis. | 1 |
This letter requests Apella’s care and support for the revered presbyter Peter, a skilled physician and a virtuous man, as he plans to leave the city of Cyrus. | 1 |
This letter refutes accusations against the author, a bishop, and seeks support from a respected church leader. | 2 |
This letter urges Bishop Florentius to defend the true faith and oppose heresy afflicting the churches of the East. | 1 |
This letter conveys the author's plea for the archdeacon of Rome to support and defend the true teachings of the Gospel against heretical doctrines that have recently been introduced. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's lament over a miscarriage of justice and his desire to defend his reputation and faith amid accusations and heresy. | 3 |
This letter urges Lupicius to recognize the injustice and illegality of recent violence against the Church and to respond with fervent support for the truth. | 1 |
This letter affirms that the author's teachings align with those of the Holy Roman Archbishop Leo and the broader apostolic tradition, affirming their orthodoxy and condemning heresy. | 1 |
This letter encourages steadfastness in proclaiming and defending the true Christian faith despite potential opposition or suffering. | 2 |
This letter expresses deep mutual affection and encourages spiritual resilience amid persecution. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's concern over the ongoing calamities and unrighteous conduct within the Church, reassuring that divine justice will eventually prevail. | 1 |
This letter commends the recipients for their steadfast faith and their diligent defense of orthodox Christian doctrine against heresy. | 3 |
This letter addresses the bishop Sabinianus, commending him for stepping down from his position amidst corruption and criticizing his decision to appeal to those who dispossessed him. | 2 |
This letter encourages and commends the recipient for their steadfast dedication to the defense of true religion, likening their vigor in spiritual battles to that of biblical elders like Abraham, Moses, and Samuel. | 1 |
This letter encourages Candidus to persevere in his spiritual efforts despite aging and declining strength. | 1 |
This letter commends Magnus Antoninus for his dedicated efforts in defending the divine doctrines and encourages him to persevere despite opposition. | 1 |
This letter discusses the divine nature and the human nature of Christ, emphasizing the importance of understanding their distinction and union to accurately interpret the passion of salvation. | 7 |
This letter expresses the author's gratitude for Longinus' support and fellowship in suffering for the true faith amid persecution. | 1 |
This letter encourages Ibas to remain steadfast in faith and to find strength in endurance and suffering for the sake of true religion, regardless of worldly honor or reputation. | 2 |
This letter underscores the writer's gratitude for divine intervention and expresses his desire to refute false accusations and defend the truth of the gospel. | 2 |
This letter emphasizes that true obedience to God's law centers on loving God fully and loving one's neighbor as oneself, as these commandments encompass all divine law. | 2 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of balancing mercy with justice and the necessity of unwavering fidelity to divine truth. | 2 |
This letter offers comfort and encouragement to someone grieving the loss of loved ones, emphasizing the importance of faith and patience in God's divine plan. | 2 |
This letter expresses gratitude for the divine truth of the Gospel, which has been preserved and established despite false doctrines and opposition. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's gratitude for the peace and stability he has received, despite facing unjust condemnation and suffering for his faith. | 3 |
This letter expresses the author's gratitude to Aspar for aiding in the correction of an unjust edict and for petitioning the emperor on his behalf. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's astonishment and gratitude for Master Vincomalus's efforts to advocate for him despite the author's lack of acquaintance and the suffering he has endured. | 2 |
This letter encourages Marcellus for his steadfastness in defending the Christian faith and acknowledges the suffering and opposition faced in such efforts. | 2 |
This letter affirms the writer's unwavering commitment to the traditional doctrine of the Trinity and his faith in the incarnation of Christ, despite controversy and coercion. | 2 |
This letter expresses the author's admiration and attachment to Andrew, a monk whose piety andorthodoxy have deeply impressed him, and requests ongoing correspondence to strengthen their spiritual bond. | 2 |
This letter emphasizes that God's omnipotence is limited to what is inherently good, true, and just, and that His inability to do evil or change His nature demonstrates His supreme power. | 6 |
This letter defends Theodoret of Cyrrhus against accusations of heresy, particularly the false charge that he preaches two sons of God, emphasizing his consistent teaching of Christ’s dual nature as both fully divine and fully human. | 13 |
This letter defends the true Christian understanding of Jesus Christ's divine and human nature, emphasizing that Christ is the only begotten Son of God who is both Lord and Savior. | 17 |
This letter expresses despair about the current state of the church, highlighting a widespread apostasy and the betrayal of doctrinal truth by those who condone or participate in unlawful actions. | 3 |
This letter by Theodoret of Cyrrhus addresses his concern over heretical teachings and accusations made by Joannes of Antioch, which he condemns as dangerous and contrary to divine truth. | 2 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of preserving the orthodox Christian faith amidst heresy and division, especially concerning the true nature of Christ as both God and man. | 22 |
This letter reports that the bishops of the East found the church in Ephesus in chaos due to Cyril of Alexandria and Memnon of Ephesus, who disrupted church order by opposing the emperor's instructions and excommunicating their opponents. | 2 |
This letter reports to the Empresses Pulcheria and Eudoxia about the misconduct of Cyril of Alexandria and Memnon of Ephesus, who acted unlawfully by convening an unauthorized council and violating proper procedures for investigating doctrinal disputes. | 2 |
This letter reports the deposition of Cyril of Alexandria and Memnon by the bishops of the East for heresy and disorder, emphasizing their violation of imperial and canonical authority. | 4 |
This letter describes how the bishops of the East are urging the Emperor to intervene in the ongoing church disputes and persecutions they face. | 2 |
This letter describes the severe disturbances and corruption afflicting the Church, which the author views as a dire crisis requiring divine intervention. | 1 |
This letter reports the commission members' arrival at Chalcedon amidst political unrest and their concern over the illegal and informal actions taken, such as the dismissal of Nestorius from Ephesus. | 1 |
This letter reports a successful ecclesiastical victory, where the writer and their allies have gained the emperor’s approval and affirmed the true doctrine of the faith. | 1 |
This letter describes a religious and political conflict centered around the heretical Chapters and the controversy involving Cyril and Nestorius. | 2 |
This letter is a plea to the emperor to defend true Christian doctrine and to take action against heretical teachings infiltrating the church, which are stirred by ambitious clergymen seeking to undermine orthodoxy. | 4 |
This letter urges the emperor to take decisive action against heretical doctrines threatening the unity and orthodoxy of the Church. | 4 |
This letter advocates for the preservation of orthodox Christian faith against heretical influences in the church and urges the emperor to uphold traditional doctrine. | 3 |
This letter details Theodoret's efforts to uphold Orthodox doctrine against heretical teachings and church dissension amid political and social opposition. | 3 |
This letter emphasizes the importance of defending true Orthodoxy against heresies introduced by Cyril of Alexandria and his supporters, which threaten the doctrinal purity established at the Nicene Council. | 6 |
This letter affirms that the assembled bishops find common ground in their agreement with the Egyptian Letter, which upholds orthodox Christological doctrine, especially in contrast to the heretical Twelve Chapters. | 2 |
This letter from Theodoretus to Nestorius expresses his steadfastness in faith and integrity in his dealings with theological matters, despite external pressures and accusations. | 2 |
This letter reassures Andreas that God provides a way to withstand and escape temptation, emphasizing God's faithfulness and the victory of truth over falsehood. | 1 |
This letter advises Himerius, Bishop of Nicomedia, to remain firm in his stance regarding the controversy over the Twelve Chapters and insists he should not condemn Nestorius. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's firm stance on church doctrine, indicating that he will not communicate with those who condemn the teachings of Nestorius. | 1 |
This letter discusses the author's distress upon reading a condemnation of Nestorius' doctrine, which he believes was unjustly anathematized. | 1 |
This letter discusses the condemnation of heretical views regarding Christ's nature, specifically addressing objections and conditions related to acceptance of the orthodox doctrine. | 1 |
This letter expresses the author's firm stance against condemning Bishop Nestorius and emphasizes his loyalty to previous pledges made at various church councils. | 1 |
This letter reflects Theodoret's mixed feelings of relief and sorrow over the death of Cyril, acknowledging the removal of a harmful influence yet mourning the loss of a fellow human being. | 3 |
This letter encourages Bishop Abundius to defend and preserve the true, apostolic faith amidst a threatening heresy. | 2 |