Commentary on the Five Books of Moses

A complete translation of St. Ephrem the Syrian's commentary on the Pentateuch - the Five Books of Moses. This book is the first complete English Edition.Ephrem's commentaries reveal the hidden harmonies between the Old Testament narratives and the mysteries of Christ, the Church, and salvation. From the creation of the world to the wanderings in the wilderness, he uncovers layers of meaning that speak to the soul's journey toward divine union. This edition presents the commentary in clear, modern English, while rendering quoted Scripture verses in formal, liturgical English faithful to the original fourth-century source. Differences in the texts used by St. Ephrem have been preserved.This new English Edition was translated from the Russian Works of our holy father Ephrem the Syrian. Volume 6. 1901. Read more