Works by Ephraim of Syria
- NPNF-213. Gregory the Great (II), Ephraim Syrus, Aphrahat (Author of Part)
Description: With over twenty volumes, the Nicene and
Post-Nicene Fathers is a momentous achievement. Originally gathered
by
Philip Schaff, the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers is a collection
of
writings by classical and medieval Christian theologians. The purpose of
such a collection is to make their writings readily available. The
entire work is divided into two series, each with fourteen volumes. The
second series focuses on a variety of important Church Fathers, ranging
from the fourth century to the eighth century. The Nicene and
Post-Nicene Fathers are comprehensive in scope, and provide keen
translations of instructive and illuminating texts from some of the
great theologians of the Christian church. These spiritually
enlightening texts have aided Christians for over a thousand years, and
remain instructive and fruitful even today!
Tim
Perrine
CCEL Staff
Writer
- Pearl
Description: St. Ephraim, having written countless hymns and sermons exclusively in the Syriac
language, is especially beloved within the Syriac Orthodox Church. The Pearl contains
eight hymns praising God for his love and offer of salvation. The collection takes its
name from Jesus’ parable of the Pearl of Great Price (Matthew 13:45-46). As in the
parable, a beautiful pearl symbolizes God’s kingdom, irresistible and perfect. In verse
that retains its beauty in translation, St. Ephraim explores how God’s grace changes lives.
Kathleen O’Bannon
CCEL Staff
