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Fragment number Vinzent 28
Klostermann 10
Rettb. 9
Ancient source used Eusebius, Against Marcellus
Modern edition M. Vinzent, Markell von Ankyra: Die Fragmente (Leiden, 1997).

Therefore the creation consists in his human operation. For this reason he says, “The Lord created me as the beginning of his ways for his works” (Pro 8:22). He created me, that is, through the virgin Mary, through whom God chose to unite human flesh to his Word.

Translated by PSAM, revised AMJ

Last updated: 8-29-2012

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