Meaning and context of this quote
“Do you wish to honor the Body of Christ? Do not ignore him when he is naked. Do not honor him here in the church with silk fabrics while neglecting him outside where he is cold and naked.”
from Homilies on Matthew — John Chrysostom
This passage from Homilies on Matthew reflects John Chrysostom’s teaching on divine union.
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