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t. e. Cyril of Alexandria ( Ancient Greek: Κύριλλος Ἀλεξανδρείας; Coptic: Ⲡⲁⲡⲁ Ⲕⲩⲣⲓⲗⲗⲟⲩ ⲁ̅ or ⲡⲓ̀ⲁⲅⲓⲟⲥ Ⲕⲓⲣⲓⲗⲗⲟⲥ; c. 376–444) was the Patriarch of Alexandria from 412 to 444. [1] [2] He was enthroned when the city was at the height of its influence and power within ...
Saint Cyril of Alexandria, Christian theologian and bishop active in the complex doctrinal struggles of the 5th century. He is chiefly known for his campaign against Nestorius, whose views on Christ’s nature were to be declared heretical. Cyril was named a doctor of the church in 1882.
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Cyril of Alexandria (c. 378 - 444 C.E.) was the Christian patriarch of Alexandria when the city was at its height in influence and power within the Roman Empire. He distinguished himself by using his position to champion the orthodox faith against Jews and heretics.
St. Cyriltus →. St. Cyril of Alexandria, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (June 27) Cyril was born at Alexandria, Egypt. He was nephew of the patriarch of that city, Theophilus. Cyril received a classical and theological education at Alexandria and was ordained by his uncle.
Jun 8, 2016 · Cyril wrote extensively and was a leading protagonist in the Christological controversies of the 4th and 5th centuries. He was a central figure in the Council of Ephesus in 431 which led to the deposition of Nestorius as Archbishop of Constantinople.
May 25, 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of St. Cyril of Alexandria, an Egyptian bishop and theologian who defended the orthodox belief in Christ as God and man. He presided over the Council of Ephesus in 431, where he condemned the heresy of Nestorius and affirmed Mary as the Mother of God.
Learn about the life and legacy of St. Cyril, the Doctor of the Church who defended the title Theotokos and fought against Nestorianism. Find out how he became the Patriarch of Alexandria, his role in the Council of Ephesus, and his relations with Rome and Constantinople.
