Name: St. Cyril of Alexandria: Life and Theological Teaching
Author: Dr.Mourice Tawadros

Author:Dr.Mourice TawadrosPublisher:The Coptic Orthodox Patriarchate, CairoPublish Year:1975Pages:92Categories:Patristics، Doctrine and Faith، Lives of the SaintsDescription:St. Cyril of Alexandria stands as one of the most prominent figures in early Christian literature, dedicating his life to defending the Orthodox faith and formulating Christian doctrine with profound theological maturity. This work explores his biography, from his upbringing in Alexandria and discipleship in the wilderness of Scetis to his ascension to the See of St. Mark, emphasizing his scientific methodology in leveraging Holy Scripture and Patristic testimonies. The book surveys the Saint’s extensive output, including interpretations of the Old and New Testaments and his apologetic dogmatic writings against Arianism and Nestorianism, affirming the oneness of God, the distinction of the Hypostases in the Holy Trinity, and the mystery of the Incarnation. It concludes by highlighting his role as the primary defender of faith at the Council of Ephesus, establishing the title "Theotokos" for the Virgin Mary as a fundamental truth in the mystery of salvation.