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Mary of Egypt

Among the lives of the desert saints that Christians have known and honored for more than a millennium is the life of Saint Mary of Egypt. Probably first written in sixth and seventh century in Greek, the life of Mary of Egypt became widely known across western Eurasia and northern Africa. The early Greek life was entitled: “The Life of Mary of Egypt, the former Harlot, who in Blessed Manner Became an Ascetic in the Desert of the {River} Jordan.” Mary of Egypt’s life is a sophisticated work full of Christian symbols. It describes early Christian liturgical gestures and testifies to early Christian veneration of icons.

early Christian liturgical gestures in Life of St. Mary of Egypt

The Life of St. Mary of Egypt presents a heterosexual kiss of peace on the lips and a little crossing gestures on forehead, eyes, mouth, and heart. … Read the post early Christian liturgical gestures in Life of St. Mary of Egypt

Mary of Egypt in the thought of Heloise of the Paraclete

Mary of Egypt was a foremother to Heloise of the Paraclete in her extra-marital sexual experience, her erotic memories, and her thought on intention. … Read the post Mary of Egypt in the thought of Heloise of the Paraclete

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