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E02259: John Chrysostom, in his homily On *Eustathios (bishop of Antioch, ob. 4th c., S01316), delivered during a service held at Antioch, stresses that, although buried in Thrace (eastern Balkans), the saint is revered in Antioch, and, although his death was peaceful, he can still be called a martyr. Written in Greek at Antioch (Syria) in the late 380s.
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posted on 2017-01-18, 00:00 authored by erizosJohn Chrysostom, On Eustathios (CPG 4352, BHG 644)
Summary:
1-2. We may call Eustathios blessed, for he has died in confession and unfeigned faith, passing beyond the mutability of this life.
3. Eustathios died and was buried in Thrace, but his memory and the progress of his church in Antioch constitute the best possible monument for him. Every person keeps the saint in their minds.
4. Although buried in Thrace, Eustathios’ fame shines through the whole world.
5. Although he died a natural death, Eustathios can be called a martyr, because of his proven intention to suffer.
6. Eustathios’ story is set in the aftermath of the persecutions, when the Arian heresy appeared.
7. The heresy reaches Antioch from Egypt, but Eustathios, then bishop, foresees the evil and prepares to repel the danger by his teaching. Unable to resist his wisdom, the heretics have him exiled.
8. His exile and the rise of heresy are a test which proves the feebleness of the enemies of the faith, and the strength of the true faith itself.
9. Before departing from the city, Eustathios instructs his disciples to resist and to protect the people from the heresy.
10. Following Eustathios’ orders, the current bishop of Antioch (Flavianos), gives up his secular office and helps in the administration and defense of the orthodox community, until Meletios becomes bishop.
Summary: E. Rizos.
Summary:
1-2. We may call Eustathios blessed, for he has died in confession and unfeigned faith, passing beyond the mutability of this life.
3. Eustathios died and was buried in Thrace, but his memory and the progress of his church in Antioch constitute the best possible monument for him. Every person keeps the saint in their minds.
4. Although buried in Thrace, Eustathios’ fame shines through the whole world.
5. Although he died a natural death, Eustathios can be called a martyr, because of his proven intention to suffer.
6. Eustathios’ story is set in the aftermath of the persecutions, when the Arian heresy appeared.
7. The heresy reaches Antioch from Egypt, but Eustathios, then bishop, foresees the evil and prepares to repel the danger by his teaching. Unable to resist his wisdom, the heretics have him exiled.
8. His exile and the rise of heresy are a test which proves the feebleness of the enemies of the faith, and the strength of the true faith itself.
9. Before departing from the city, Eustathios instructs his disciples to resist and to protect the people from the heresy.
10. Following Eustathios’ orders, the current bishop of Antioch (Flavianos), gives up his secular office and helps in the administration and defense of the orthodox community, until Meletios becomes bishop.
Summary: E. Rizos.
History
Evidence ID
E02259Saint Name
Eustathios, bishop of Antioch, ob. c. 337 : S01316Related Saint Records
Type of Evidence
Literary - Sermons/HomiliesLanguage
GreekEvidence not before
386Evidence not after
397Activity not before
386Activity not after
397Place of Evidence - Region
Syria with PhoeniciaPlace of Evidence - City, village, etc
Antioch on the OrontesPlace of evidence - City name in other Language(s)
Antioch on the Orontes Thabbora ThabboraMajor author/Major anonymous work
John ChrysostomCult activities - Liturgical Activity
- Service for the Saint