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Interpretive Contemplations on the Epistle of Saint Jude the Apostle

This book presents a profound theological and interpretive study of the Epistle of Saint Jude the Apostle, prepared by His Grace Anba Abram, Bishop of Fayoum and Abbot of the Monastery of Archangel Gabriel at Naqlun Mountain. The book provides a comprehensive explanation of the author's identity, clarifying the precise Orthodox distinction between Jude the Apostle and Judas Iscariot, while explaining the concept of the 'Brothers of the Lord' according to Coptic ecclesiastical tradition. The content focuses on the importance of adhering to the Orthodox faith 'once delivered to the saints' and warning against false teachers and Gnostic heresies. The book reviews biblical examples cited by Saint Jude, such as Sodom and Gomorrah, Cain, Balaam, and Korah, as spiritual warnings for believers. It also addresses unique concepts like Archangel Michael's dispute over the body of Moses and the prophecy of Enoch, emphasizing the role of Church Tradition alongside Holy Scripture. The work concludes

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