Author:Bishop MacariusPublisher:Diocese of Minya and Abu
Qurqas for Coptic OrthodoxPublish Year:2019Pages:194Categories:Biblical CommentaryDescription:In the book Commentary on the Book of Judith by Anba Makarios Judith represents the zealous human soul jealous
for the glory of the Lord decapitating evil and defeating Satan. The text explores Nebuchadnezzar campaign his victory the campaign against the Jews countries seeking safety Achior testimony his expulsion and Bethulia siege. Next it details Judith preparations her prayer leaving her chamber for her heroic act dazzling Holofernes fasting and killing him. Finally it covers the Jews victory the Assyrians surprise escape and the salvation song. Whoever trusts God is never abandoned as our sins cannot hide His mercy.