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Jacob of Sarug's homilies on Jesus' temptation
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ISBN: 9781463202859 1463202857 Year: 2014 Volume: 38 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias Press

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This volume presents, with introduction and annotations, two metrical homilies (Bedjan nos. 82, 126) of Jacob of Sarug in which he reflects on the Temptation of Jesus as combat between Satan and Jesus, the latter emerging as the humble victor.


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Jacob of Sarug's homilies on the six days of creation : the second day
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ISBN: 9781463205539 1463205538 Year: 2016 Volume: 40 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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In this second part of Homily 71, On the Fashioning of Creation, Jacob treats the making of the firmament: what it was, where it was, what – as far as can be determined – was placed above it and what below it, its purpose and utility for humanity, and the importance of its place in the Genesis account of the six day progression of creation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on the partaking of the holy mysteries
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ISBN: 9781607240860 Year: 2013 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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This edition of Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homily on Partaking in the Holy Mysteries is one of Jacob’s memre on the sacraments. In this homily, Jacob is shocked that some of his congregants are leaving the service early, before the eucharist has been celebrated. He emphasizes the importance of the liturgical celebrations for a Christian life in a message still applicable today. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on the Lord's Prayer
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ISBN: 9781463205614 1463205619 Year: 2016 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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Jacob of Sarug's pastoral concern and rhetorical acumen have earned him the title “the lyre of the Holy Spirit”. This volume presents both a text and translation of Jacob’s exposition of a passage central to Christian liturgy and piety.

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Jacob of Sarug's homilies on the resurrection
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ISBN: 9781593339357 1593339356 Year: 2008 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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This edition of Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homilies on the Resurrection contrast the Friday of sufferings and the Sunday of resurrection. At the resurrection heaven and earth become reconciled, Sheol is uprooted, and the tomb of the Bridegroom becomes the bridal chamber. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on the transfiguration of our Lord
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ISBN: 9781593339340 1593339348 Year: 2008 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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This edition of Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homily on the Transfiguration emphasizes the unity of the Old and New Testament. Jacob focuses on the symbolism of the apostles Jesus brings with him. Moses, the head of prophecy, and John, the beauty of apostleship, come together and Elijah and Simon are joined so that the keys Peter received over creation might be ratified. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on Palm Sunday
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ISBN: 9781593337377 Year: 2008 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias Press

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This edition of Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homily for Palm Sunday discusses Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. The homily admonishes the hearers to perceive the benevolence of the divine self-abasement and recognize the Mighty One on the humble streets of Jerusalem. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on the Holy Sunday of the Pentecost
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ISBN: 9781593339371 1593339372 Year: 2010 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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This edition of Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homily on Pentecost draws a comparison between the Upper Room where the disciples receive the Holy Spirt and the Tower of Babel. The division of the tongues at Babel was a sign that the Good News would be spoken in all tongues. The One who divided the tongues at Babel gave the tongues of fire as well. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homily on the Ascension of our Lord
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ISBN: 9781607241416 Year: 2010 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias Press

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In Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) homily on the Ascension of our Lord, Jacob brings his understanding of the saving action of Christ to fullest poetic expression. Jacob describes how the whole of creation, starting from the beginning of history, is redeemed by Christ’s action as he reclaims his rightful place in the heavens. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.


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Jacob of Sarug's homilies on the nativity
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ISBN: 9781463205195 1463205198 9781607241393 Year: 2010 Publisher: Piscataway, NJ Gorgias press

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This volume collects Mar Jacob of Sarug's (d. 521) sermons on the nativity. Always one of the highlights of the liturgical year, Jacob welcomes the Christmas season with gorgeous poetry that touches on all parts of God’s plan and the miracle of his Son being born among us. The volume constitutes a fascicle of The Metrical Homilies of Mar Jacob of Sarug, which, when complete, will contain the original Syriac text of Jacob's surviving sermons, fully vocalized, alongside an annotated English translation.

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