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Since Christ Himself said in reference to the bread: "This…

“Since Christ Himself said in reference to the bread: "This is My Body," who will dare remain hesitant? And since with equal clarity He asserted: "This is My Blood," who will dare entertain any doubt and say that this is not His Blood?... You have been taught these truths. Imbued with the certainty…” quote by Cyril of Jerusalem
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“Since Christ Himself said in reference to the bread: "This is My Body," who will dare remain hesitant? And since with equal clarity He asserted: "This is My Blood," who will dare entertain any doubt and say that this is not His Blood?... You have been taught these truths. Imbued with the certainty of faith, you know that what seems to be bread is not bread but the Body of Christ, although it seems to be bread when tasted. You also know that what seems to be wine is not wine but the Blood of Christ although it does taste like wine.”

Cyril of Jerusalem

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The Eucharist is Christ’s body and blood; believers must accept it wholly, without doubt.

In simple terms: Accept the Eucharist fully as Christ’s presence.

Key Takeaway

Embrace faith without hesitation.

Themes

faith sacraments belief

Mood

reverent contemplative

Type

theological devotional

When to use this quote

  • communion
  • personal prayer
  • teaching faith

Key Concepts

Christology transubstantiation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What doubts arise about sacred mysteries?
  • How does belief shape your daily life?
A Different Perspective

Skeptics may question literal interpretation.

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