Monday, August 17, 2015

Turn to the Eucharist (St. Cyril of Alexandria)

   If the poison of pride is swelling up in you, turn to the Eucharist; and that Bread, Which is your God humbling and disguising Himself, will teach you humility.  If the fever of selfish greed rages in you, feed on this Bread; and you will learn generosity.  If the cold wind of coveting withers you, hasten to the Bread of Angels; and charity will come to blossom in your heart.  If you feel the itch of intemperance, nourish yourself with the Flesh and Blood of Christ, Who practiced heroic self-control during His earthly life; and you will become temperate.  If you are lazy and sluggish about spiritual things, strengthen yourself with this heavenly Food; and you will grow fervent.  Lastly, if you feel scorched by the fever of impurity, go to the banquet of the Angels; and the spotless Flesh of Christ will make you pure and chaste.

--St. Cyril of Alexandria
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