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Matthew
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And he also that had received the two talents came and said: Lord, thou deliveredst two talents to me: behold I have gained other two.
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What greater reward could be bestowed upon a faithful servant than to dwell with the Lord and experience the joy of their Master?"},{"author-name":"Gregory the Great","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88c2b032f5f6e5effaa54_Gregory%20the%20Great.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":6,"exegesis-text":"The servant who returned with two talents was commended by his lord and received his eternal reward when the lord declared, \\"Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things; I will set you over many things.\\""},{"author-name":"Anastasios the Sinaite","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c888f268caf48c19182221_Anastasios%20the%20Sinaite.png","category":"Holy Fathers and Teachers","century":7,"exegesis-text":"What is the talent that the Lord states will be taken from the unworthy servant at the end and bestowed upon the one who has managed the five talents effectively (Matthew 25:14-30)? Some suggest that this talent symbolizes the Holy Spirit, which one receives through the Sacrament of Baptism. However, I would argue that the individual who received the five talents also had the Holy Spirit and did not require a second one. Generally, this parable teaches us that God often imparts certain gifts of healing and understanding of the divinely inspired Scriptures to unworthy individuals and even to outsiders, so that they may, feeling ashamed of the giver, pursue virtue. Nevertheless, some of these individuals, being deceitful and failing to comprehend God's providence, mistakenly believe they are righteous and assume that these gifts are a reward for their righteousness. Blinded by their pride, they end up in Gehenna in the afterlife, stripped of such a gift."},{"author-name":"Euthymios Zigabenos","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":11,"exegesis-text":"While the gifts may vary, the honor remains the same, as both demonstrated equal dedication; each multiplied what was entrusted to them. In other words, they are both praised equally and welcomed into joy, though their rewards differ based on the fruits of their labor."},{"author-name":"Nicephoros (Theotokis)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8958407451968d9c204fb_Nicephoros%20(Theotokis).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":18,"exegesis-text":"Consider the heartfelt gratitude of virtuous and noble individuals. They acknowledge that it is God who is the source of their goodness. One says, “Lord, you have entrusted me with five talents.” Another asserts, “Lord, you have given me two talents.” Yet, listen to the commendation from the Lord: “Well done, good and faithful servant!” The good individual is one who shows kindness to their neighbor, while the faithful one is someone who utilizes the talent bestowed upon them in alignment with the will of their Master, who entrusted it to them. “O little one,” He declares, “you have been faithful over a few things; I will make you ruler over many.” Indeed, small gifts are but fleeting in comparison to the glory of heaven and the everlasting kingdom that awaits those who have multiplied their talents, as He invites them to “Enter into the joy of your Lord.” This reflects the reward for the work of the holy, who, with joy and enthusiasm, have shared the gifts given to them, benefiting their neighbors—eternal bliss, unending glory, and the everlasting Kingdom of God. This is referred to as the joy of the Lord because it grants infinite joy and everlasting delight."},{"author-name":"Michail (Lusin)","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c89550c567e172d15b3055_Michail%20(Lusin).png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The remaining two talents: within the parable, the total gained corresponds to the total bestowed, serving to enhance clarity and provide a sense of completeness. However, in reality, this is not always the case; one may receive more or less, provided that something is indeed received, and the corresponding reward will inevitably follow what has been gained. The most detrimental action is not to gain anything at all, but rather to hide the talent, failing to utilize it for one's own good and for the good of others."},{"author-name":"Abbot Panteleimon about the Trinity","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The individual who had been entrusted with two talents approached and said, \\"Master, you entrusted me with two talents; look, I have invested and gained two more.\\" His master responded positively, saying, \\"Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful in small matters; I will place you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master.\\" Then it was the last servant's turn. It is easy to see why he held back until the very end; his conscience weighed heavily upon him, leaving him uncertain about how to respond or justify his shortcomings. While he did not waste the resources given to him like an unprincipled steward, nor did he squander his share like a wayward son, and he was not in debt like a merciless creditor, he still failed to carry out his master's wishes. His laziness was inexcusable; he felt envious of his successful fellow servants while also being frightened by his own failings. In his turmoil, he sought to direct his frustration inward, and with a heart filled with despair, he boldly approached his master to confront the situation."},{"author-name":"Gladkow B.I.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c88bf0ceef8c96e09a6521_Gladkow%20B.I..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"A righteous God does not require anything unreasonable or unattainable from humanity; He has bestowed upon each person unique abilities and resources to carry out His purpose, and He will not hold accountable those to whom little has been given. However, when we seek God's grace, we should not use our poverty or the absence of talents possessed by others as an excuse for our inaction. If one's gifts are few, their expectations for judgment will also be modest, yet one must be prepared to give an account before the final judgment, regardless of how small their deeds may be. The poor widow, who contributed only two coins, did not allow her lack of wealth to deter her; she offered all she had to the temple treasury. According to Jesus, her contribution exceeded that of the wealthy, demonstrating that if she maintained this attitude in all her actions, she would amass a treasure of humble deeds, which would ultimately grant her entry to the Kingdom of Heaven.\\n\\nThe teachings of this truth are encapsulated in the parable of the talents. In biblical times, a talent was a significant measure of currency. In this parable, the talents symbolize the spiritual gifts and material possessions entrusted by God to individuals, representing everything one has been given to manage, not solely for personal benefit, but also for the good of others. A wealthy man preparing to travel entrusted his estate to his servants, assigning five talents to one, two to another, and one to the last, according to their abilities, before departing on his journey. The servants who received five and two talents actively invested their resources, and upon their master's return, they had successfully doubled his fortune. Conversely, the servant with one talent perceived his allocation as insufficient compared to the others, doubting the merit of working to increase such a meager sum. Fearing his master's rigorous nature, he chose not to risk his talent but instead buried it in the ground.\\n\\nAfter an extended absence, the master returned to settle accounts with his servants. The servant who was given five talents approached him, stating, \\"You entrusted me with five talents; I have gained five more.\\" The master commended him as a good and faithful servant, rewarding him with a significant blessing and inviting him to share in his joy. Likewise, the servant who received two talents presented him with four, earning the same commendation and reward as the first servant."},{"author-name":"Lopuchin A.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c891400ee1341634d2276d_Lopuchin%20A.P..png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"The eagerness of these two servants to present themselves before their lord stemmed from the joy they experienced in their fruitful labor and the successful increase of their talents. For Christ’s faithful followers, death holds no fear. They embrace it as the closing chapter of their earthly endeavors, eagerly anticipating the arrival of their master who will recompense them, looking forward to the moment when they will account for all their actions and receive their rightful reward. Hence, with a wholesome sense of fulfillment, they offer to their master the results of their efforts: deeds of faith, devotion, and justice. Yet, with complete humility, they recognize that all this essentially springs from the master’s grace and fundamentally belongs to him. While they have worked diligently, the opportunities for growth entrusted to them were given by their master. Consequently, they claim nothing as their own and, remaining loyal servants until the end, return everything to their master, finding their greatest reward in the joy of receiving his approval for their work. The master truly recognizing their efforts responded earnestly to each of them, saying, well done, good and faithful servant!"},{"author-name":"Bogolepow D.P.","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c96d263b8c22d9c467bdab_no-pic-theosis.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"In this parable, the man traveling to a distant land symbolizes the Lord Jesus Christ, who ascended to God the Father in heaven following the completion of His redemptive mission on earth. The servants, each entrusted with a specific amount of talents by their master, represent the believers in Christ who receive various spiritual and material gifts from their Lord. Each believer is endowed with different measures of these gifts to serve not only their own well-being but also that of their neighbors, all for the glory of God. \\n\\nThe Lord bestows these diverse gifts and benefits—like wealth, wisdom, and especially the gracious endowments of the Holy Spirit—according to each individual's strength and natural abilities. He grants gifts in accordance with the potential of each servant, allowing them to utilize their inherent talents for true usefulness in both their lives and the lives of others, thereby serving God. \\n\\nEvery servant of God will face rewards for their faithfulness, not based solely on the quantity of gifts received but rather on their diligence, enthusiasm, and the good accomplished through those gifts. Thus, even the smallest gift received does not absolve anyone from responsibility in the heavenly court if it is neglected in serving self, neighbors, or the Lord. The judgment of Christ will address not only the misuse of divine gifts but also their careless squandering and the outright neglect often accompanied by excuses and justifications."},{"author-name":"Alexander Gorsky","author-image":"https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/6864003fdf3714da6ff0b33a/68c8884037c1e1c51e1332e2_Alexander%20Gorsky.png","category":"Christian Authors","century":19,"exegesis-text":"Even a modest offering should not be overlooked. Accountability will arise not only for its absence but also for failing to invest it wisely, thus not multiplying even a single talent. A more comprehensive understanding can be found in the parable of the minas (See Lk. 19)."}]}
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