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Nestorius the Bazaar of Heracleides

Nestorius the Bazaar of Heracleides

Hardcover

General ChristianityGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1025321502
ISBN13: 9781025321509
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 466
Weight: 1.82
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Nestorius the Bazaar of Heracleides is a profound theological treatise that offers an invaluable firsthand account of the Christological debates of the fifth century. Written by Nestorius, the former Patriarch of Constantinople, during his period of exile, the work functions as an apologia for his teachings on the dual natures of Christ. By adopting the title Bazaar of Heracleides, Nestorius sought to preserve his defense against the charges of heresy that resulted in his deposition at the Council of Ephesus.

The text delves into the complex relationship between the humanity and divinity of Jesus, providing a direct response to his primary antagonist, Cyril of Alexandria. It illuminates the linguistic and philosophical misunderstandings that contributed to one of the most enduring schisms in ecclesiastical history. This work is indispensable for those seeking to understand the development of the early Church, the politics of the ecumenical councils, and the authentic voice of a man whose name became synonymous with a major branch of Eastern Christianity. Through this detailed defense, readers gain access to the nuanced arguments concerning the hypostatic union and the title of Theotokos.

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