Jerome
5th century · c. 347 – 420 · Bethlehem
Translator of the Latin Vulgate and a careful student of the Hebrew text and of place names, history, and words.
Passages he speaks to
- Susanna 1:1
Joacim was a man of great nobility and wealth among the exiles. His marriage to Susanna reflects the dignity of holy matrimony, showing that even in the midst of the captivity in Babylon, the righteous preserved the laws of God and the sanctity of the home.
- Bel and the Dragon 1:33
Although some question the place of this story in the canon, the narrative demonstrates God’s care for His prophets. Habakkuk’s obedience in preparing food for reapers was redirected by an angel to serve a higher purpose in feeding Daniel in Babylon.
- Bel and the Dragon 1:1
The transition from Astyages to Cyrus marks a historical shift where Daniel, having served under the Medes, continues his prophetic witness under the Persians. This movement shows how God preserves his saints through the rise and fall of earthly empires, ensuring that the light of truth remains before the new king.
Primary texts in English: public-domain edition at CCEL.