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Medieval 1274 · Historical Christian Faith commentaries database, on Heb 11:33 (Collationes de Septem Donis, Collation 5)

Bonaventure, on Heb 11:33

Bonaventure · c. A.D. 1221–1274

Heb 11:33 · Douay-Rheims

“Who by faith conquered kingdoms, wrought justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions,”

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“The soul is disposed to the gift of fortitude through the unconquerable shield of faith. Hence the Apostle to the Hebrews: "Who through faith conquered kingdoms; they were made strong in battle."”

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