“When we stand in the light it is not we who illumine the light and cause it to shine but we are illuminated and made shining by the light... God grants his blessings on those who serve him because they are serving him and on those who follow him because they are following him, but he receives no blessing from them because he is perfect and without need”
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Irenaeus of Lyons
St. Irenaeus of Lyons (130-202 AD) was an early Christian theologian and writer, considered a significant figure in the development of Catholic and Orthodox theology. His main contribution was in the systematic exposition of Christian doctrine, particularly in the struggle against various heresies. Born in Asia Minor, he later became the bishop of Lyons. more
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