Theodoret of Cyrus provides a comprehensive and insightful commentary on the book of Romans in this scholarly work. His writing is clear and easy to follow, making complex theological concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Theodoret’s deep understanding of the biblical text shines through as he explores the intricacies of Paul’s letter to the Romans, offering valuable insights and interpretations along the way. This commentary is a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the book of Romans and its impact on Christian theology.

Book Description:
Theodoret was born at Antioch, A.D. 386. His studies were pursued under Theodore of Mopsuista and Chrysostom, from the works of the latter of whom the present commentary is by many esteemed little more than an abridgement. This, however, on comparing the writings of both those Fathers, can hardly perhaps be admitted in its fullest sense.

"Of all the Fathers, who have composed works of different kinds, Theodoret is one of those who has been very happy in every one of them. There are some who have been excellent writers in matters of controversy, but bad interpreters. Others have been good historians, but bad divines. Some have good success in morality, who have no skill in doctrinal points. And very rare is it for those who have addicted themselves to works of piety to be good critics. Theodoret had all these qualities, and it may be said, that he has equally deserved the name of a good interpreter, divine, historian, writer of controversies, apologist for religion, and author of works of piety. But he has principally excelled in his compositions upon the holy Scripture, in which, according to the judgment of the learned Photius, be has outdone almost all other commentators. 'He passes over nothing,' says that writer, 'which needs explication, nor can we find any who unfolds all manner of difficulties better, and leaves fewer things obscure.'" - Summary adapted from Introduction