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Adamnán of Iona

c. A.D. 624–704
Adamnán of Iona · c. A.D. 624–704 A.D. 704
“But it also must be noted that the Savior's tomb, above which a memorial canopy is often seen, can properly be called a cave or a den. Clearly, then, it was about the Lord Jesus Christ in the tomb that the prophet prophesied, "He lived in a high cave of fortified rocks," and shortly thereafter added, with regard to the apostles rejoicing at the resurrection of the Lord: "You will see the king in his glory."”
Historical Christian Faith commentaries database, on Isa 33:17 (ON THE HOLY PLACES 1:2.13) PD · Historical Christian Faith commentaries database ↗

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