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Three Homilies concerning the Power of Demons

Three Homilies concerning the Power of Demons

By: St. John Chrysostom
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 In these thought-provoking homilies, Chrysostom confronts the errors that plagued his contemporaries, who often used the notion of demonic dominance or fates inevitability to justify their moral weaknesses. In a time marked by moral decay, many sought to excuse their lack of resistance to evil, both within themselves and in others. Chrysostom boldly challenges this dangerous philosophy, emphasizing the vital importance of free will, moral accountability, and the necessity of vigorous effort in the face of temptation. Some critics even suggested that his stance bordered on Pelagianism, yet his powerful insights into the grip of sin on human nature and the essential need for divine grace resonate with profound clarity. - Summary by Rev. W. R. W. StephensCopyright Family and Culture
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  • 004 - That evil comes of sloth and virtue from diligence and that neither wicked men nor the devil himself

    004 - That evil comes of sloth and virtue from diligence and that neither wicked men nor the devil himself
    Feb 13 2026
    In these thought-provoking homilies, Chrysostom confronts the errors that plagued his contemporaries, who often used the notion of demonic dominance or fates inevitability to justify their moral weaknesses. In a time marked by moral decay, many sought to excuse their lack of resistance to evil, both within themselves and in others. Chrysostom boldly challenges this dangerous philosophy, emphasizing the vital importance of free will, moral accountability, and the necessity of vigorous effort in the face of temptation. Some critics even suggested that his stance bordered on Pelagianism, yet his powerful insights into the grip of sin on human nature and the essential need for divine grace resonate with profound clarity. - Summary by Rev. W. R. W. Stephens
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    31 mins
  • 003 - Against those who object because the devil has not been put out of the world and to prove that his w

    003 - Against those who object because the devil has not been put out of the world and to prove that his w
    Feb 13 2026
    In these thought-provoking homilies, Chrysostom confronts the errors that plagued his contemporaries, who often used the notion of demonic dominance or fates inevitability to justify their moral weaknesses. In a time marked by moral decay, many sought to excuse their lack of resistance to evil, both within themselves and in others. Chrysostom boldly challenges this dangerous philosophy, emphasizing the vital importance of free will, moral accountability, and the necessity of vigorous effort in the face of temptation. Some critics even suggested that his stance bordered on Pelagianism, yet his powerful insights into the grip of sin on human nature and the essential need for divine grace resonate with profound clarity. - Summary by Rev. W. R. W. Stephens
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    20 mins
  • 002 - Against those who say that demons govern human affairs and who are displeased at the chastisement of

    002 - Against those who say that demons govern human affairs and who are displeased at the chastisement of
    Feb 13 2026
    In these thought-provoking homilies, Chrysostom confronts the errors that plagued his contemporaries, who often used the notion of demonic dominance or fates inevitability to justify their moral weaknesses. In a time marked by moral decay, many sought to excuse their lack of resistance to evil, both within themselves and in others. Chrysostom boldly challenges this dangerous philosophy, emphasizing the vital importance of free will, moral accountability, and the necessity of vigorous effort in the face of temptation. Some critics even suggested that his stance bordered on Pelagianism, yet his powerful insights into the grip of sin on human nature and the essential need for divine grace resonate with profound clarity. - Summary by Rev. W. R. W. Stephens
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    40 mins
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