Philoxenus of Mabbug
6th century · AD 523 · Syriac & Oriental · 504 passages
Background on Philoxenus of Mabbug
In his own words on Amos
- Amos 1:11
In all places the Scriptures call Esau cunning and crafty, and one who layeth up anger, and keepeth wrath, as it is said, "He keepeth his anger for ever, and he layeth up his wrath for ever and ever."
13 Ascetic Discourses, Discourse 4 -- On Faith: First Discourse on Simplicity
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