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Isidore of PelusiumPG 78:453expounds v.22“λιθον ον απεδοκιμασαν οι οικοδομουντες ουτος εγενηθη εις κεφαλην γωνιας·”407. On «The stone which the builders rejected» Isidore of PelusiumPG 78:204expounds v.26“ευλογημενος ο ερχομενος εν ονοματι Κυριου· ευλογηκαμεν υμας εξ οικου Κυριου.”On the Question of the Forerunner: «Are you the one who is to come?» Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 22:423…and blessed is he that cometh in the name of the lord o praise the lord all ye nations and praise him all ye people for his mercy is confirmed upon us and the rest o… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 23:1361…as the promises which i once made h alleluia cxvi h vers praise the lord all ye nations praise him all ye peoples because his mercy is confirmed upon us and the truth of the lord… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:543A…n life a "road," since David the prophet also named life in this way: now saying here, "Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 1); and now crying out to his own Master,… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:653A…poor servant—as thanksgiving to the Master. David, then, was saying just now, and we with him: "Praise the Lord, all nations; praise him, all you peoples" (Ps. cxvii, 1). He calls every human being from Adam… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1125…testimonies by which the God of the Old Testament is declared to be good, I will bring forward one only in the middle: Let Israel say, he says, for He is good (Ps. cxvii, 1); and the two verses which follow there… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 64:13A…rstanding, bestowing continence upon virgins, granting security to the elders, calling sinners to repentance and saying, Confess to the Lord, for He is good (Ps. CXVII, 1); strengthening those who have proceede… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 64:15…you too, when you sin, might not despair, but, by confessing, might receive healing. Confess unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever (Ps. CXVII, 1). Take this as the second cause; take t… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:83…the house, they labor in vain ⟦Ps. CXVII, 1⟧. You must account yourself a debto… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1355…of praise and in the name of the lord etc ps cxvi praise the lord all ye nations praise him etc ps cxxxiii behold now bless ye the lord all ye servants of the lord ps… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 116:117B…ff. VIII. And as the saints were being led out of the city, they sang along the road: "Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 1). Then, having reached the designated p… Andronicus I Comnenus c. 1118–1185PG 133:889…gifts for tyre is the seat of the nations the same again praise the lord all ye nations praise him all ye people d that is all together jew greek but all nations entirely since there… Symeon of Thessalonica d. 1429PG 155:939…soul hath followed hard after thee and he invites us also saying o praise the lord all ye nations praise him all ye people we therefore in the appointed hours let us praise him and let… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 23:1361…nations praise him all ye peoples because his mercy is confirmed upon us and the truth of the lord remaineth for ever the word therefore calls upon all foreign and alien nations to the praise of… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 27:1167…all nations laud him all peoples for his mercy is confirmed upon us and the truth of the lord remains forever alleluia psal cxvii confess to the lord for he is good a verses are read… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 55:327…praise the lord all you nations for his mercy is confirmed upon us and the truth of the lord remains for ever it is clear to everyone that these things which have been said are a… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 80:1807…justice therefore the prophetic word says for his mercy is confirmed upon us and the truth of the lord remains forever for the salvation which he promised through the most holy prophets he has bestowed this… Pope Hormisdas c. 450-523 (pope 514-523)PG 86:91…lf through the Spirit by which he was filled: Often, he says, have they fought against me from my youth, but they have not been able to prevail against me (Ps. CXVII, 2). They shake her, but they shall prevai… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 90:1251B…t of all in the ordering of spiritual wars—that he said: When the sinner stood against me, I was dumb, and I was humbled, and I kept silent from good things (Ps. CXVII, 2). And following him, the divine Jeremia… Anastasius of SinaiPG 89:401B…ightly preserve the garment of baptism, perfume it, and cast into it many incenses of prayer. Say to God: "Let my prayer be set forth as incense in thy sight" (Ps. CXVII, 2). Continually shake out the garment of… PG 154:3…is unto all generations ps cxviii and in the proverbs of solomon the truth of the lord endureth for ever ps cxvi cap lix that he himself is the way and the truth and the life… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 82:1381B…body stands in need of these, you condemn the Author of weakness. Yet you must know that He possesses power equal to His will. For ‘all things,’ as David says ⟦Ps. CXVII, 3⟧, ‘whatsoever the Lord willed, He did.’… Nicetas Choniates c. 1155–1217PG 140:159B…ews (10). God, foreshadowing the dissolution of the legal priesthood, says through David: You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek (Ps. CXVII, 4), who did not offer legal victims, but… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 30:1127B…esides the virtue Of their sires; nor do fierce eagles Beget the unwarlike dove. Col. 185 11. The interpreter is thought to have read: 11, from Psalm CXVII, 5. The same Basil below, Hom. 30. And A… Symeon the New Theologian 949–1022PG 86:3123A…immediately cried out with a loud voice, saying: From my tribulation I called upon the Lord, and he heard me in a spacious place (Ps. CXVII, 5). O Lord, hear my prayer, and let my cr… Clement of Alexandria c. 150 – c. 215PG 8:1289B…, concerning those who are punished in martyrdom, says these things in his own words: "For I say , whoever fall into these, which..." Matt. V, 14. Ps. CXVII, 6. Sap. III, 1. The word "condemned"… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 13:113D…n, the sun is said neither to scorch nor to darken, as is reported of the righteous in the Psalms: By day the sun shall not burn thee, nor the moon by night (Ps. CXVII, 6). You see, therefore, that the sun neve… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 55:329D…tself was permitted for this reason—so as to make those in distress more accurate and wiser. The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man will do to me (Ps. 117:6). Did you see the loftiness of mind? Di… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:227A…s not lie: I will not desert thee, nor will I forsake thee. So that we may say with confidence: The Lord is my helper; I will not fear what man can do unto me (Ps. 117:6). As if he were saying: You have the pr… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:845C…have been armed with godly fear, as if laughing at the incursions of such passions, say: “The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what flesh will do to me” (Ps. CXVII, 6). And the most wise Paul leads them… Theodore the Studite 759–826PG 99:519B…less the Lord had helped me, my soul had almost dwelt in hell (Psal. xciv, 17); and again: The Lord is my helper, I will not fear what man shall do unto me (Psal. cxvii, 6). Therefore, having obtained such a P… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 114:555B…ent of his vain obstinacy." Therefore, the martyr, going away to the prison, was singing: "The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do to me" (Ps. CXVII, 6); "The Lord is my helper, and I will no… Photius of ConstantinoplePG 104:383B…inted in Paris in most elegant type, A. 1599. In the Prooemium of which, ver. 14, for ὀστήεσσι I would prefer to read ὀστειοῖσι, which Apollinarius used in Ps. CXVII, 6. Ver. 10, from the end, H. St. 2, Διλί… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:1425B…. And, "If armies in camp should stand together against me, my heart shall not fear" (Ibid., 3). And, "The Lord is my helper: and I will look over my enemies" (Psal. cxvii, 7). Therefore, he who serves the Lord mus… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:507…as we always admire the sun when we behold it, so too do we always hold fresh the memory of that man. For the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance (Ps. CXVII, 7); both among those who dwell on earth,… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 116:325D…Thou hast saved us through Thyself, and rescued us from a small fall into sin,"—and raised up the poor from the dust, and lifted up the needy from the ground (Ps. CXVII, 7).… Euthymius the Hagiorite c. 955-1028PG 96:1215…arts and these specters proceeded from your wickedness, I have no longer been anxious about you. The Lord is my helper, and I shall look down upon my enemies (Ps. cxvii, 7). And I shall walk upon the asp and the… Theophilus of Antioch d. c. 190PG 6:1039C…lean demons. May those who make them and those who place their hope in them be as they are. 11. Caesar is more to be honored, to whom the gods pay taxes [ref: Ps. CXVII, 8 and CXXXIV, 18].… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 60:697…ld not be trusting in ourselves, but in God (cf. I Cor. i, 9), just as the prophet says in like manner: It is better to trust in the Lord than to trust in man (Ps. cxvii, 8). And repent; for the Judge who is no r… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:417A…ions of human art, and have creators who worship them? Therefore, as the blessed David says: "Let those who make them be like them, and all who trust in them" (Ps. CXVII, 8). It should be known, however, that the… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 115:97A…rm of men, and they lead those who are persuaded by them into the ungodly notion of themselves: 'Those who make them are like them, and all who trust in them' (Ps. CXVII, 8). But tell us, can these gods of yours,… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 22:411A…which are noted below. 1. From Psalm 17. 2. From Psalm 45. 3. From Psalm 48. 4. From Psalm 82. 5. From Psalm 44. 6. From Psalm 16. 7. From Psalm 105. 8. From Psalm 117. 9. From Psalm 146. 10. From 2 Kings. 11.… Olympiodorus of Alexandria fl. 6th century (c. 500-570)PG 93:7…Book of Baruch. 762 — on the Epistle of Jeremiah. 774 — on Luke. 779 HESYCHIUS PRESBYTER OF JERUSALEM. Commentary on Leviticus. 787 Fragments on the Psalms. 1179 — on the XII Minor Prophets. 1339 — on Isaiah. 1370 — on Ez… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 115:141B…of the Holy Spirit, of the one simple and uncreated Godhead, to whom is due glory, power, honor, and worship, now and always and to the ages of ages. Amen. Psal. CXVII, 9. MARTYRDOM OF THE HOLY, GLORIOUS,… Didymus the Blind c. 313–398PG 39:439B…, therefore, withdraw from perilous inquiries, leaving such things to God alone who knows them, and say with the Apostle: I believed, therefore I also spoke (Ps. CXVII, 10). We ought to understand the testimoni… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 76:239A…suscitat Deus, qui cernitur, qui oculis videtur ⟦note: Acts 13:30; Ps 117:10⟧, qui ligno suffixus ⟦note: Acts 5:30⟧,… Nilus of Sinai d. c. 430PG 79:957A…curely guarded by his Protector, as if by God himself. At other times he says: "All nations compassed me about, but in the name of the Lord I warded them off" (Ps. CXVII, 11). He used this again against those who… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 50:717D…him (ibid.). And that prophetic saying was receiving its end: "They surrounded me like bees around a honeycomb, and they were ignited like fire among thorns" (Ps. 117: 12); and again, "Many dogs surrounded me,… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:521D…of the bee, [David] accuses you, saying: "All the nations compassed me about, as bees a honeycomb, and in the name of the Lord I defended myself against them" (Ps. 117.12). Do you see how it compares those who… Nilus of Sinai d. c. 430PG 79:281…rendered effeminate, finds it necessary to cry out the words of the Scripture: "Compassers, they compassed me about, and they burned up as fire among thorns" (Ps. CXVII, 12) through the burning of the body and th… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 59:757A…to be pushed and endangered before falling; but God does not overlook even this: “I was pushed and was overturned that I might fall, and the Lord took me up” (Ps. 117. 13). Has he who fell, then, perished utter… Dionysius the Areopagite fl. c. 500PG 4:783A…n him, would undoubtedly have felt and taught many things otherwise than he felt. Truly, if day unto day utters speech, and night unto night shows knowledge (Ps. CXVII, 13), much more do months and years, as the… John IV the Faster d. 595PG 88:1963A…ord, helped me" (Ps. XCIII, 18). It is possible to be cast down and yet not fall. For "I was pushed and overthrown that I might fall, and the Lord took me up" (Ps. CXVII, 13). There is also a remedy for one who ha… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 71:181D…utrageous undertakings generally with genuine love for God, and to attempt to restrain those who were acting insanely, not readily going along to gratify them. Ps. cxvii, 14.… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1585B…account, that you appear better than the evil; but grieve that you are inferior to the good. LITTERA H. (LETTER H.) TITLE I. — On a good day. Psal. cxvii, 14. — «This is the day which the Lord has… Eusebius of Alexandria 5th-6th centuryPG 86:353…virtue he is restored, just as the Psalmist says: "If they have not had dominion over me, then shall I be blameless" (Ps. CXVII, 14); for he who has fallen, if he does not… Gregory of Nazianzus c. 329–390PG 35:303B…accomplish it. But you, blessed Father, and inspector and witness of that true tabernacle (Hebr. viii, 2), where there is the voice of rejoicing and salvation (Ps. cxvii, 15) of those praising God, both angels and… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 62:577B…says, and to die is gain (Phil. 1. 21). They have set themselves free from all bonds. Truly, The voice of rejoicing is in the tabernacles of the righteous (Ps. 117. 15). 5. There is no crying ever to be hea… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:221D…the saints are alone; and in those saints there is exultation, joy, gladness: "For the voice," he says, "of exultation is in the tabernacles of the righteous" (Ps. 117:15). They are eternal, having no end. Thes… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1383A…sed. Glory and riches," etc. "Light has risen in darkness for the upright, he is merciful," etc. "The just shall be in eternal remembrance; from hearing," etc. Psal. cxvii, 15. — "The voice of exultation and salvati… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 32:265…And if He is also called the right hand of the Father (for "The right hand of the Lord has wrought power," and "Your right hand, O Lord, has crushed enemies" [Ps. cxvii, 16; Exod. xv, 6]), and the finger of God i… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 61:691D…s, "Come and let us cast wood into his bread" (Jer. 11:19); and concerning the thief who was at his right hand, "The right hand of the Lord has worked virtue" (Ps. 117:16); and concerning the crown of thorns, "… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 69:1275A…established the heaven and founded the earth. The right hand and hand of the Father is the Son, as David says: "The right hand of the Lord has done mightily" (Ps. CXVII, 16). And again: "Your right hand has uphel… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:231A…ough the voice of the Psalmist, those who are saved in Christ say: "The right hand of the Lord hath exalted me; the right hand of the Lord hath wrought power" (Ps. CXVII, 16). It is said also in the Canticles: "Th… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:473B…festival; and for these reasons I think we ought to leap up and say, “The right hand of the Lord has wrought power, the right hand of the Lord has exalted me” (Ps. CXVII, 16). For among all others, according to wh… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 80:281B…and the part within the veil, the Holy of Holies. And as David says: "The heaven of heaven belongs to the Lord, but the earth He has given to the sons of men" (Ps. CXVII, 16); so the space outside the veil was acc… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:533C…regal dignity from which we had fallen, just as it is written: "The right hand of the Lord hath wrought strength: the right hand of the Lord hath exalted me" (Ps. cxvii, 16). For Christ, apprehending us in the fi… Photius of Constantinople c. 810–c. 891PG 101:1091A…t which was inside the curtain, the Holy of Holies; and as David says: "The heaven of heaven is the Lord's, but the earth he has given to the children of men" (Ps. CXVII, 16), so too the part outside the curtain w… Photius of ConstantinoplePG 104:399B…rse 37, H. St. 2, phontos (of the murderer). Verse 7, a fin. Huios mou (my Son). Ps. II, 7. Page 616, verse 8, dexia Kuriou (the right hand of the Lord). Ps. CXVII, 16. Verse seq. tō logō. Ps. XXXII, 6. Ve… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:2973A…perish?' If, therefore, the soul is sober, it will itself cry out against them, and say: 'I shall not die, but I shall live, and relate the works of the Lord' (Ps. CXVII, 17). Since, therefore, the demons have… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:1471C…ter, and saying with David: Reveal my eyes, and I will consider the wonders of your law. For your word is a lamp to my feet, O Lord, and a light to my paths (Ps. CXVII, 18, 105), because it is his, as blessed Da… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:923…I am a "sojourner on the earth" (Ps. CXVII, 19). Do not hide your commandments from me, but open my eyes, and I will consider the wondrous things of your law (Ps. CXVII, 18). For in you do I hope, my God, that yo… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 73:149…personates such a man in our stead, righteously prays to be enlightened, saying to God: "Reveal my eyes, and I will consider the wondrous things from Thy law" (Ps. CXVII, 18). For He gave the law as an aid, to rek… Hadrian the Monk fl. c. 425-450PG 98:1301B…way of extension he says the same thing, as: "Chastising, the Lord has chastised me"; and, "Waiting, I waited for the Lord"; and, "Blessing, I will bless you" (Ps. CXVII, 18; XXXIX, 2; Gen. XXII, 17). See how he… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:313A…XXVIII, 11. "Blessed is the man whom you shall instruct, O Lord." Psal. XCIII, 12. "The Lord has severely disciplined me, and has not delivered me to death." Psal. CXVII, 18. "It is good for me that you have humb… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:533D…eks, having considered many, but finding one; for as to the first he says, Open to me the gates of justice; I will go into them and I will confess to the Lord (Ps. 117. 19). Having attained his request, and foun… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:923…God, open the ears and eyes of my heart so that I may hear your words, and understand and execute your commandments, Lord, for I am a "sojourner on the earth" (Ps. CXVII, 19). Do not hide your commandments from me… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1431D…ord, unto length of days. » Psal. xcix, 4. — « Enter into his gates with thanksgiving. » Psal. cviii, 32. — « Let them exalt him in the church of the people. » Psal. cxvii, 19. — « Open to me the gates of justice, I… Theophilus of Antioch d. c. 190PG 6:687B…had also been spoken by David as though from His own person, reciting what the Father was about to say to Him: "You are My Son; this day have I begotten You" (Ps. CXVII, 20); stating [that] His birth [took place]… Hippolytus of Rome c. 170–235PG 10:725A…tribulation," he says, "you have dilated for me." Then we walk in the way of God’s commandments, girded by the endurance of temptations. X. On the Psalm [Ps. CXVII, 20]: "Over the wrath of my enemies," etc.,… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 13:235A…o say, the incarnation of his Son. Therefore, we also worship the footstool of his feet, according to what is written: "Worship his footstool, for it is holy" (Ps. CXVII, 20). For the flesh of the Lord has assumed… Alexander of Alexandria d. 326PG 18:539…e through Him, and without Him was not anything made that was made. Whence also the royal Psalmist: Autos eipen, kai egenēthē—"He spoke, and they were made" (Ps. CXVII, 20). On the other hand, the world is right… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 19:89B…. But he did this in no wise. For he remained like an Ethiopian whose skin is unchanged. Finally, when interpreting The Lord said to my Lord, you are my God (Ps. CXVII, 20), exceeding the true sense, he says thu… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 32:921B…rule—I pray that I may never have so much leisure that I might recount their deeds. For I have learned to pray, "That my mouth may not speak the works of men" (Ps. CXVII, 20). But do you examine them yourself, and… Gregory of Nazianzus c. 329–390PG 37:25B…and that way in the midst—what would you have me call it? Shall I misname it Eden, and the fountain divided into four sources, from which the world is watered (Ps. CXVII, 20; Gen. II, 10)? Or [shall I call it] the… Macarius of Egypt c. 300–391PG 34:415A…while walking in the light, to see without stumbling the wonders of God, according to him who said: Open my eyes and I will consider the wonders from thy law (Ps. CXVII, 20). For just as, in the realm of the sens… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 44:819DLatin…similitudo et non aurum, apparens in subtilibus notis argenti. Argentum autem est verborum significatio, sicut dicit Scriptura, Argentum ignitum lingua justi (Ps. CXVII, 20). Quod ergo per hæc significatur, est h… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1199A…variorum notæ. ...to raise him up." (Ps. CXVII, 20). "If they are alone, when he has falle… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 53:111…t overcomes every other happiness from elsewhere. And listen to this, from David, who says that they are MORE TO BE DESIRED THAN GOLD AND MUCH PRECIOUS STONE. (Ps. CXVII, 20). Do you see how he, by bringing into o… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 53:111…e senses with those things for the sake of benefit, and so demonstrates their superiority, listen to what follows: "And sweeter than honey and the honeycomb." (Ps. CXVII, 20). Even here, he does not do this simply… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:33C…nt of the law is a lamp, and light and life, and reproof and instruction; and David again says: "The commandment of the Lord is bright, enlightening the eyes" (Ps. CXVII, 20); and, "Thy law is a lamp to my feet, a… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:109B…es not lie before us mixed with earth, but it is pure gold. The words of the Lord, he says, are pure words, silver refined in the fire, tried in the earth (Ps. CXVII, 20). For the Scriptures are not ores in ne… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:447B…that remained below, and even that which was above and sublime, remained. Whence is this? David says: "Abyss calleth upon abyss at the voice of thy cataracts" (Ps. CXVII, 20). The abyss was therefore divided,… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:635…f is the gate of heaven, through whom one enters into the kingdoms of heaven, the prophet saying: "This is the gate of the Lord, the just shall enter into it" (Psal. 117. 20). But let us further see what regards t… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:733B…however, is Christ, through whom entry is made into the celestial kingdoms: of which it is said: This is the gate of the Lord, the just shall enter into it (Ps. CXVII, 20). The wide gate is said to be the devil… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 59:609…range against you, but having prepared your mind, you make yourself ready for the battle. Well, therefore, did David say: I was prepared, and was not troubled (Ps. CXVII, 20). Let us therefore flee arrogance, let… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 61:177D…claim and declare blessed those who give, but those who provide abundantly. For he did not simply say, “He gave,” but how? “He scattered, he gave to the poor” (Ps. CXVII, 20). For what benefit is it when, being so… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 61:339B…this custom also in the Old Scripture, as when it says, "But the word of the Lord remains for ever," and, "But you are the same, and your years will not fail" (Ps. CXVII, 20; CI, 28). The prophet says these things… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 61:695C…ear his divine voice, we shall not open the gates; for no one impure ascends hither. For this, he says, is the gate of the Lord; the just shall enter into it" (Ps. CXVII, 20). Then the Lord spoke with a venerable… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 71:147B…is, to be deprived even of the lots [vouchsafed] by God. Concerning these, the inspired David also sings to God, the Savior of all: “In thy hands are my lots” (Ps. CXVII, 20). For our entire lot and every portion… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 72:647D…ion of Christ. Therefore, it was spoken by the voice of the Psalmist about the ancients: "Touch not my Christs, and do not act maliciously in my prophets" (Ps. CXVII, 20). But about us, through the voice of Ha… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 76:403A…blessed Paul did not teach us these things, but quite the contrary, that he emptied himself, having taken the form of a servant; and that "he emptied himself" ⟦Ps. CXVII, 20 indicates footnote, but omitted as per… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:973A…And so the blessed David pointed this out to us, as if with an outstretched finger, saying: "This is the gate of the Lord; the righteous shall enter into it" (Ps. cxvii, 20). For the Law was indeed given to those… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 81:183D…ng the divine hymnody in her mouth. And this the blessed David makes clear, saying: "The voice of rejoicing and salvation in the tabernacles of the righteous" (Ps. CXVII, 20). And again: "Keep a feast among the th… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 83:743B…this, a man who spent his whole life in wars and struggled against countless misfortunes: "What shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits toward me?" (Ps. CXVII, 20). One may also hear the divine Daniel a… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 83:1277B…stolic limits. But that we are also prepared for peace, may your holiness be assured. For if the Prophet says: “With them that hate peace I was peaceable” (Ps. CXVII, 20), by so much the more do we gladly embr… Ammonius of Alexandria fl. c. 500PG 85:1385A…such things we shall obtain if we seek them with knowledge and faith. «The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner.» ⟦Ps. CXVII, 20⟧ The Savior was rejected, being the… Dionysius the Areopagite fl. c. 500PG 3:339C…, or orders, or dignities, all of which are declared by signs. Now, as to how the image of fire conforms to the divine precepts, which in Scripture are called (Ps. CXVII, 20): The oracles of the Lord are tried,… Cosmas Indicopleustes fl. c. 535–550PG 88:1067A…ir Creator, but virtue has an end that is without end. For, the Psalmist says, "I have seen the end of all perfection; but thy commandment is exceeding broad" (Ps. CXVII, 20). If there are excellent workers who pa… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 94:865A…n image, a nature incorporeal, a sort of spirit or immaterial fire, as the divine David says: Who makes his angels spirits, and his ministers a flaming fire (Ps. CXVII, 20), describing their lightness, their ard… Theodore the Studite 759–826PG 99:159…him; nor did he think it profitable to himself to yield even slightly to those in power. Instead, he spoke of the testimonies of God in the presence of kings (cf. Ps. CXVII, 20), not fearing the day of man—as the div… Theodore the Studite 759–826PG 99:713A…he law, having become a curse for our sake; for which it is fitting that we also should say, "What shall I render to the Lord for all his benefits toward me?" (Ps. CXVII, 20). God, the only-begotten Son, was well-… Nicephorus I of Constantinople c. 758–828PG 100:217A…is man, that which the holy oracles say: "Their tongue is a wounding arrow: their throat is an open sepulcher: with their tongues they have dealt deceitfully" (Ps. CXVII, 20). Indeed, they persuade, fashioning the… Theognostus the Monk d. c. 890PG 105:861D…d without rest. I have explained these things in brief. Do you, my most holy lord, show toward me the bowels of your mercy, and as the great Apostle said, ⟦Ps. CXVII. 20 (sic) / II Cor. XI, 29⟧ say also yourse… Photius of Constantinople c. 810–c. 891PG 101:1221B…inite duration. For "in his days shall righteousness arise, until the moon is destroyed," and "Sit at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool" (Ps. CXVII, 20), and "I am with you until the consumma… George the Monk d. c. 914PG 110:879…Hence also the divine Chrysostom says regarding the text: "Out of Sion the perfection of his beauty" (Ps. CXVII, 20): For in antiquity, from thence the perfection of God was m… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 114:1359…ough the grace of Christ—not as one who makes a speech to praise the Father in order to adorn him, because "the Lord will destroy all who speak lies" (Ps. CXVII, 20), but because the events themselves bear witness, even thos… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 116:477…l my bones shall say: Lord, Lord, who is like You, delivering the poor from the hand of those stronger than he, and from those who plunder him? (Ps. XXXIV, 10; Ps. CXVII, 20). Make haste then and struggle, you… Symeon the New Theologian 949–1022PG 86:3179A…ed him to the saint. He touched the boy with his right hand and prayed over him to the only-begotten Son of God, who alone knows how to raise the dead to life (Ps. CXVII, 20): "Who shall recount thy mercies, O Lor… Symeon the New Theologian 949–1022PG 120:667C…th all care and meditate on these words of the Prophet: "I foresaw the Lord always before my face, that he is at my right hand, that I might not be moved" (Ps. CXVII, 20), and to fortify one's ears against suc… Bartholomew the Younger of Grottaferrata c. 980 - c. 1055PG 120:95…pear to fear the threats of men, nor to confide in princes—whom the royal Prophet calls, in a spirit of reproach, "sons of men, in whom there is no salvation" (Ps. CXVII, 20)—neither approached him with fawning an… Samonas of Gaza fl. c. 1056PG 120:829A…all-powerful, and the Lord has done all that he willed (Ps. CXVII, 20): can he not change the bread into his… Theophylact of Ohrid c. 1055 – after 1107PG 125:145B…ake of dispensation, and that He might do it opportunely. For Scripture calls the proper time "opportunity," as in the verse, It is time to act for the Lord (Ps. CXVII, 20). Therefore, he says, "in His own times… Euthymius Zigabenus d. after 1118PG 128:565A…ical. For those who are taking vengeance are accustomed to utter elliptical words, as if joy cuts off the rest of the utterance, such as: "Our eyes have seen" (Ps. CXVII, 20). For "vengeance" is understood, or… Arsenius of Mount Athos fl. c. 1150PG 133:273D…to God that he would perform, if only he could avoid the force of calumny. "Redeem me," he says, "from the calumny of men, and I will keep your commandments" (Ps. CXVII, 20). What then shall private individuals d… John Zonaras d. after 1159PG 134:1113C…etected favoring Arius, immediately at the beginning of the book bringing in David saying: He spoke, and they were made; He commanded, and they were created (Ps. CXVII, 20). He says that the Father and Maker is… Michael Glycas c. 1125–after 1204PG 158:25…n says: “The sun rises” (that is, Christ) “upon the earth, and the sun sets” (that is, He withdraws to the tomb), “and again he returns to his place” (Ps. CXVII, 20). And from the sun, light is supplied to the moon, because… Nicephorus the Hesychast fl. late 13th c.PG 147:961B…her would one fall into apostasy. And unless one were to embrace painful things willingly, one would not say to the Lord: “You are my protector and my refuge” (Ps. CXVII, 20). And if one has not set the Most High… Nicephorus Callistus Xanthopoulos c. 1256–c. 1335PG 145:661B…is own city, lest anything of that prophetic proclamation should fail: "And thou, Bethlehem, land of Judah, art by no means least among the princes of Judah." ⟦Ps. CXVII, 20⟧ Joseph, that seeker of truth, also rem… Nicholas Cabasilas c. 1322–c. 1391PG 150:369C…to us, and draw down the impulse that depends on Him. "Offer," He says, "to God a sacrifice of praise, and I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me" (Ps. CXVII, 20). The readings of the holy Scriptures,… George Kodinos fl. c. 1453–1460PG 157:233D…o ought to love avarice... and teach them by word and example to love justice, according to the Scripture which says: 'Love justice, you who judge the earth.' (Ps. CXVII, 20)." The same epistle, ch. 6: "But these… Antonius Augustinus Touttée 1677-1718PG 33:257…Unconsecrated bread is my body"). If one follows the second opinion, Cyril understands the Lord to have affirmed His body concerning the bread which Paul says [Ps. CXVII, 20] He took and, after giving thanks, brok… Leontius of ByzantiumPG 86:1605D…ed this manner of speaking in your own writings, the holy Scrip- tures call the man himself, in his entirety, from a part—as in, "To you shall flesh come" (Ps. CXVII, 20), and, "And Jacob went into"… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 63:533D…hings I see, these things I marvel at, for these things I give thanks, saying: I will confess to thee, because thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation (Ps. 117. 21). I do not hide the benefit, I do not h… Eustathius of Antioch c. 270 - c. 337PG 18:697B…as the Lord himself plainly clarified. And this stone represents that chief cornerstone, which the builders rejected, but which became the head of the corner (Ps. CXVII, 22). LITURGY OF SAINT EUSTATHIUS, PAT… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 24:641B…elect, corner, honorable; and he that believeth in him shall not be confounded (Isai. XXVIII, 16). And he cries out: The stone which the builders rejected (Psal. CXVII, 22); and, When they called him a stone of… Eusebius of Caesarea c. 260–339PG 24:641B…led by the impious husbandmen. After which parable he adds what it is that: The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner (Psal. CXVII, 22). VII. Since however the Word of God… Caesarius of Nazianzus c. 330-368/369PG 38:1155…y Christ, of whom the author of the divine songs says: The stone which the builders rejected, the Jews through the law, this has become the head of the corner ⟦Psal. 117:22⟧. And again the same one says in the pe… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 50:797…d also prophesies: "The stone which the builders rejected, this has become the head of the corner. By the Lord was this done, and it is wonderful in our eyes" (Ps. cxvii. 22, 23). What corner was it that was made?… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 56:857…there would surely be no need to bring forward yet another example for them? The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner (Ps. 117:22). That is, Why do you not understand th… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 58:641B…tten, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner; and whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken? (Luke 20. 18; Ps. 117. 22). Matthew says that they delivered the… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 58:641C…The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner; this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes? (Matt. 21. 42; Ps. 117. 22-23). Through all things showing that the J… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 81:975B…a stone in many places in divine Scripture. For the most divine David said: "The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner" (Ps. CXVII, 22). Through the mouth of the divine Isaia… Modestus of Jerusalem d. 634PG 86:3291…and filling the heavenly and earthly realms with his divine exultation, and having utterly driven away the sorrow of Eve. VI. But today the « corner-stone » (Ps. cxvii, 22), foretold of old by the inspired Proph… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 90:501…hrist, the stone which the builders—the priests and rulers of the Jews—rejected and cast away, but which became the head of the corner, that is, of the Church (Ps. cxvii, 22; Matth. xxi, 42). For the Church is a c… John Zonaras d. after 1159PG 134:229…le. For Scripture is accustomed to call Christ "the Stone." For David said: The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner (Ps. CXVII, 22). And Isaiah says in the person of God:… John VI Kantakouzenos c. 1292–1383PG 154:673A…nowing that this death itself fulfilled a certain prophecy. For David says: “The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner” (Ps. CXVII, 22). What does this prophecy signify? Sure… Matthaeus Cantacuzenus Imp. CP c. 1325 - c. 1391PG 152:1023B…e flesh—was himself covered, just as David also bears witness in turn, saying: "The stone which the builders rejected, this has become the head of the corner" (Ps. CXVII, 22). "Show me your face, and make me hear… PG 154:3…Psalm of David: The stone which the builders rejected; the same is become the head of the corner. This is the Lord's doing: and it is wonderful in our eyes. (Ps. CXVII, 22, 23.) neither to the right, nor to the… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1235A…hip, according to him who said: "Your law is a lamp to my feet and a light to my paths" (Ps. CXVII, 105); and again: "And your counsel [is] my justifications" (Ps. CXVII, 24). 493 Q. CCXXXI. If a brother carr… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:603D…life. But Christ, appearing, showed the most desired day. Of this day David sings: "This is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" (Ps. cxvii, 24). But the most wise Paul speaks in this… Maximus the Confessor c. 580–662PG 90:767CLatin…bilem exsultationem ac lætitiam, velut diem occasus nesciam ac immortalem, habemus. Ait enim: Hæc est dies quam fecit Deus; exsultemus, et lætemur in ea (Psal. CXVII, 24); nempe diem vocans evangelicam gratiam… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 96:311B…hara or work on the Lord’s Day! It was given for the rest of hirelings and slaves. For this is the day which the Lord has made; let us exult and rejoice in it (Ps. CXVII, 24). The hireling enters your house, and p… George Kedrenos fl. 11th c.PG 121:849A…gathered with haste at the baptistery of the Great Church, and the patriarch, being with them, cried out: "This is the day which the Lord has made." (Ps. CXVII, 24). The multitude raised a cry: "Let the… Theophylact of Ohrid c. 1055 – after 1107PG 124:37C…was to arise. And perhaps not only Abraham rejoiced, but also all, as David says: "This is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" (Ps. cxvii, 24). He himself, then, says these things;… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 15:51C…beheden, they read bedén. Leviticus xiii, 2, seeth, Massor. seeth, Theodotion reads seth. Psalm xi, 9, cherum, Massor. cherum, they read chrám. Psalm cxvii, 25, beschem, Massor. beschem, they rea… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 75:643D…om and exult, and the glory of Lebanon has been given to it, and the honor of Carmel, and my people shall see the glory of the Lord and the height of our God. Psalm CXVII, 25. O Lord, save me now; O Lord, prosper m… Hadrian the Monk fl. c. 425-450PG 98:1285A…is he who comes in the name of the Lord." As if each one of the people were saying this; to which he adds, "We have blessed you out of the house of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 25, 26). 6. "There," not only regarding p… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 80:759C…Let no one, however, think this expression to be blasphemous. For the prophet David also said in spiritual melody, "O Lord, save me: O Lord, grant prosperity" (Ps. cxvii, 25). But the prophet brought up the iron i… Melito of Sardis fl. c. 170, d. c. 180PG 5:1241C…with honor to Ephesus. And all the people, men and women alike, came to meet him, all rejoicing and saying: "Blessed is he who cometh in the name of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 26). When he was entering the city, Drusi… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 71:41A…ttle while, he who is coming will come, and will not delay" (Hab. II, 3). And David also sings in one place: "Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 26). And indeed, the divine Baptist himsel… Proclus of Constantinople c. 390 – 446PG 65:759…submerged in water, and God being sanctified by a human minister. Today, all creation, hymning, cries aloud: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord (Ps. CXVII, 26). Blessed is He who comes at all times;… Andrew of Crete c. 660–740PG 97:897B…een confirmed as the sole mother of the blessed child Jesus Christ our Savior, through whom the nations cry: “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord” (Ps. CXVII, 26). And: “Blessed be the name of his glor… Michael Choniates c. 1138–c. 1222PG 140:325C…by the youth of an eagle, but are blinded by the age of the letter: Hosanna, they say; Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord, the King of Israel (Ps. CXVII, 26). Scarcely do the infants not point wit… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 27:645…the Father, indeed, it is written: 'The Lord thy God is one Lord'" (Deut. VI, 4). "But concerning the Son: 'God is the Lord, and hath shone upon us'" (Psalm CXVII, vers. 27), "and 'God shall be seen, the God of gods in Sion'" (Psalm… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:683C…s they themselves think? RESP. 1. That Christ is God and Lord, the prophets bear witness; David, indeed, saying: "The Lord God, and He hath appeared unto us" [Ps. cxvii, 27]; and again: "He bowed the heavens and… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 46:1219A…y sounds "the condensation of the construction of the tabernacle, of the lower creation," not as Zinus had translated, "the frequency of the lower tabernacle." Ps. cxvii, 27, we read in the LXX: Sustesasthe heort… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 71:1047D…erusalem, and only the Israelite nation performed sacrifices in it. But after the Only-Begotten became like us, while being God and Lord, and "shined upon us" (Ps. cxvii, 27), as the Scripture says, from then on t… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:969A…ing sound, we must say to those everywhere: "God is the Lord, and he has shined upon us; keep the solemn day in the thickets even unto the horns of the altar" (Ps. CXVII, 27). What it would mean to "keep the sole… Proclus of Constantinople c. 390 – 446PG 65:759…: Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Who is this? Speak more clearly, I pray thee, blessed David: God is the Lord, and hath appeared unto us (Ps. CXVII, 27). And not only does the prophet David s… Procopius of Gaza c. 465–528PG 87:4073C…race of Him who gave it! It is right, therefore, that we should establish this most solemn festival «in the thickets (74), even to the horns of the altar» (Ps. CXVII, 27). And by thickets, as those skilled in… Euthymius Zigabenus d. after 1118PG 130:483A…one" (Deut. VI, 4); and, "The Lord God of gods has spoken, and called the earth" (Psal. XLIX, 1); and concerning the Son, "God the Lord, and he shone upon us" (Psal. CXVII, 27); and, "The God of gods shall be seen i… Origen c. 185–c. 253PG 17:1191…didus, and Appion, who composed treatises on the Hexaemeron in detail; and Judas, who wrote about the seventy weeks in Daniel. Therefore, Ambrose, on Ps. CXVII, 28, says that Origen discussed the interpretations of many wit… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1209D…hy do you disturb me?" Ps. LX, 3.—"When my heart was anxious and failed, in the rock You exalted me." Ps. LXXVI, 9.—"I was troubled, and my spirit failed." Ps. CXVII, 28, 53.—"My soul slumbered from weariness;… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:543A…who walk in the law of the Lord" (Ps. CXVII, 1); and now crying out to his own Master, "Remove from me the way of iniquity, and with thy law have mercy on me" (Ps. CXVII, 29). And at another time, singing the prai… Cosmas Indicopleustes fl. c. 535–550PG 88:1029C…ok to my help" (Ps. LXIX, 2), and things of this kind, bears witness. Concerning the second: "And I will answer those who bring a word of reproach against me" (Ps. CXVII, 42), that is, of contradiction. And again:… Cosmas Indicopleustes fl. c. 535–550PG 88:1029C…mouth when the sinner stood before me" (Ps. XXXVI, 10). And again: "The proud acted iniquitously up to a point, but I did not decline from your contemplation" (Ps. CXVII, 51). The one in the middle often uses the… Symeon Metaphrastes fl. c. 960, d. c. 1000PG 115:857C…opposing spirit was being very intensely enkindled, she, enduring the violence, said: "I have remembered Thy name, O Lord, in the night, and I have rejoiced" (Ps. CXVII, 55). They have prepared a snare for my fee… Gregory Palamas c. 1296–1359PG 151:559D…ther he did not even deem them worthy of care or speech, [saying] gradually those words: "My portion art Thou, O Lord, I have said, that I might keep Thy law" (Ps. CXVII, 57), saying this himself with the Prophet;… Gregory of Agrigentum c. 559 - c. 630 (traditionalPG 98:1049B…ors, so that being prepared and pre-trained in the perfections of the virtues, we may say with the prophet David: “I was prepared, and I was not troubled” (Ps. CXVII, 60), and may we in no way be disturbed or… Theophylact of Ohrid c. 1055 – after 1107PG 126:1081B…d, but joint-heirs with Christ. Furthermore, David was accustomed to call plots and trials "cords" or "lines," as in: "The cords of sinners have entangled me" (Ps. CXVII, 61); and, "With cords they stretched a sna… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:877B…marked out by the saints for prayer. Therefore, the great David says: At midnight I rose up to give thanks to thee, for the judgments of thy righteousness (Ps. CXVII, 62); and Paul and Silas are found followin… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 44:1397…hich the author of the Index of the Greek Old Testament also brings forward from certain books, is not noted by Flaminius Nobilius. The other place of David is Psalm CXVII, 72, which the interpreter had omitted. Leu… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 55:655C…y, as in the passage: "The thousands of them that rejoice" (Ps. LXVII, 18); and again: "The law of thy mouth is good to me above thousands of gold and silver" (Ps. CXVII, 72). 9. "Which He disposed to Abraham, an… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 83:943C…rding and governing it. The inspired David also cries out: "Your hands made me, and formed me: give me understanding, and I will learn your commandments." (Ps. CXVII, 73) In these words, along with created thi… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 95:1377C…II. — Concerning narrative given by prudent men; and that we ought to be diligent concerning such matters, but to flee from the narratives of foolish men. Ps. CXVII, 85. — "The transgressors told me of babbli… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 26:223D…e who speaks has become silent, their word immediately fails. But the Word of God is one and the same; and, as it is written, the Word of God abideth for ever (Ps. CXVII, 89), without changing,… Athanasius of Alexandria c. 296–373PG 28:99A…. Regarding the Word of God, however, the Psalmist long ago proclaimed in these words: "For ever, O Lord, thy Word endureth in heaven." ⟦Ps. CXVII, 89⟧ And the Evangelist, who confesses that… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:1129A…ς, ὑπὸ τῆς θείας Γραφῆς ἐλεγχέσθω τε καὶ ἐπιστομιζέσθω. Περὶ μὲν γὰρ τοῦ Λόγου φησὶν ὁ θεῖος Δαβίδ· «Εἰς τὸν αἰῶνα, Κύριε, ὁ Λόγος σου διαμένει ἐν τῷ οὐρανῷ.» (Ps. cxvii, 89) Καὶ πάλιν· «Ἀπέστειλε τὸν Λόγον αὐτοῦ,… John of Damascus c. 675–749PG 94:807A…be refuted and silenced by the testimony of divine Scripture. For concerning the Word, the divine David says: For ever, O Lord, thy Word standeth in heaven (Ps. CXVII, 89). And again: He sent his Word, and hea… Gregory of Nyssa c. 335–c. 395PG 45:701B…ority for ever and ever, as the Prophet says, while all those in creation serve according to the voice of the same Prophet, who says: "All things serve thee" ⟦(Ps. CXVII, 91)⟧—he who diligently considers these thi… Cyril of JerusalemPG 33:629D…red him who was once an archangel. V. Nothing, therefore, is excluded from the power of God; for of Him the Scripture says: "For all things are Thy servants" (Ps. CXVII, 91). All things, indeed, are His servants;… Theodore the Studite 759–826PG 99:325B…iled), when they had reached the verse of the second section which says, In eternal I will not forget thy justifications, for in them thou hast quickened me (Ps. CXVII, 93), he breathed forth his holy soul i… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:11…able at times to discover something new and varied, since God expands this path and way of reflection. For it is written: “Thy commandment is exceeding broad” (Ps. CXVII, 96). The blessed Isaiah therefore pro… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 30:891D…ruth to superfluous persuasion; just as the psalm, demonstrating the sweetness of truth, says thus: Your words are sweet to my throat, above honey to my mouth (Ps. CXVII, 103). Yesterday, therefore, as far as was p… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 59:27…hroat. How sweet, he says, are thy words unto my taste! and expressing the excellence, he adds, Yea, sweeter than honey and the honeycomb to my mouth (Ps. CXVII, 103), because he was endowed with a sound mind. Let us not, the… John Chrysostom c. 349–407PG 61:739A…of the discourse—sends out praises from his lips to the teacher, saying: "How sweet are thy words to my throat, more than honey and the honeycomb to my mouth" (Ps. CXVII, 103)! And the most wise Solomon compares be… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:1235A…pleasing to God—from him is fulfilled the commandment of rational worship, according to him who said: "Your law is a lamp to my feet and a light to my paths" (Ps. CXVII, 105); and again: "And your counsel [is] my… Basilius Caesariensis MagnusPG 29:53…salmist also, presenting most emphatically the sweetness that comes from the truth, says: "How sweet are your words to my throat, more than honey to my mouth" (Ps. cxvii, 105). Yesterday, then, as far as was possib… Isidore of Pelusium d. c. 450PG 78:1049B…and that, passed on bit by bit and secretly, is sent forward to summer. II. — TO ZOSIMAS. On the text of the Psalm: Pierce my flesh with thy fear (Ps. CXVII, 120). You are worthy of laughter (O, by wh… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:1309B…l and blameless manner of life. For so did the divine David say concerning the precepts given through Moses: "Judgment and justice in Jacob Thou hast wrought" (Ps. CXVII, 121). Therefore, there is no rectitude, or… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 77:577…us again, in which, bringing forward the brilliant signs of the holy solemnity, we may cry out with a great and clear voice: “It is time for the Lord to act” (Ps. CXVII, 126). For there arrives, and draws near to… Macarius of Egypt c. 300–391PG 34:839D…ctice the duties of all the virtues, however much the mind may struggle against it, just as it is written: "Therefore I kept straight to all thy commandments" (Ps. CXVII, 128). For just as someone uses violence upo… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 72:35A…t, nor will he have living within him the fiery word of God. For David sings somewhere to God: “Your word is exceedingly fiery, and your servant loved it” (Ps. CXVII, 140). Therefore, he who does not have the f… Cyril of Alexandria d. 444PG 70:319B…angelical preaching, according to what was said to Him by the voice of the psalmist: "Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and thy law is truth" (Ps. CXVII, 142). For the law was a teacher of righteou… Cosmas Indicopleustes fl. c. 535–550PG 88:735A…and with his whole soul he conceives a hatred against them, just as he showed who said: "I have hated and abhorred iniquity" (Ps. CXVII, 163). Isaac Scholion 21 It is impos… Basil the Great c. 329–379PG 31:877B…d's passion, which was undertaken for the sake of our life. But since David says, Seven times a day I have praised thee for the judgments of thy righteousness (Ps. CXVII, 164), and the aforementioned times of praye… Apophthegmata Patrum (Desert Fathers) 4th–5th century (compiled)PG 65:165A…eady, in the morning he would beseech, in the evening and at mid-day he would supplicate; and for this reason he said: "Seven times a day I have praised thee" (Ps. CXVII, 164). 8. He said again: The possession of… Theodoret of Cyrrhus c. 386–458PG 80:2003…on Psalm CIX, 1765 on Psalm CX, 1773 on Psalm CXI, 1779 on Psalm CXII, 1783 on Psalm CXIII, 1789 on Psalm CXIV, 1795 on Psalm CXV, 1801 on Psalm CXVI, 1805 on Psalm CXVII, 1809 on Psalm CXVIII, 1815 on Psalm CXIX, 1…