Homilies on Ezekiel
Gregory's homiletical commentary on the prophet Ezekiel, containing reflections on the hidden mysteries of Scripture and the preeminence of Moses.
Preface and Praise of Sacred Scripture
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Chapter IV: The Judgments and Examples of the Fathers
— Gregory cited on mysteries in sacred volumes known only to heavenly spirits
"Gregory the Great, both Pontiff and Doctor, ventures further: for commenting on Ezekiel, he acknowledges so many and such hidden mysteries in the sacred volumes, that he declares certain things not yet revealed to mortals lie open only to heavenly spirits."
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Praises of Moses from Scripture and the Fathers
— Homily 16 on Ezekiel cited: Moses placed above Abraham in knowledge of God
"The same, in homily 16 on Ezekiel, places Moses above Abraham in the knowledge of God."