Antiochene Theria in the Writings of Theodore of Mopsuestia and Theodoret of Cyrus

Biblical scholars have often contrasted the exegesis of the early church fathers from the eastern region and school of Syrian Antioch against that of the school of Alexandria. The Antiochenes have often been described as strictly historical-literal exegetes in contrast to the allegorical exegesis of the Alexandrians. Patristic scholars now challenge those stereotypes, some even arguing that few differences existed between the two groups.

This work agrees that both schools were concerned with a literal and spiritual reading. But, it also tries to show, through analysis of Theodore and Theodorets exegesis and use of the term theria, that how they integrated the literal-theological readings often remained quite distinct from the Alexandrians. For the Antiochenes, the term theria did not mean allegory, but instead stood for a range of perceptionsprophetic, christological, and contemporary. It is in these insights that we find the deep wisdom to help modern readers interpret Scripture theologically.

Author: Richard J. Perhai
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published: 03/01/2015
Pages: 549
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.71lbs
Size: 8.80h x 6.46w x 1.16d
ISBN: 9781451488005

About the Author
Perhai, Richard J.: -

Richard J. Perhai is academic dean and professor of Bible and theology at Kiev Theological Seminary in Kiev, Ukraine. He is also a missionary with SEND International, serving in Ukraine since 2001.

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