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What does the Apostle mean by the words, “the cup of blessing” (1 Cor. 10:16)?

Q782 · The Sacrament of the Eucharist

St. John Chrysostom says, “No mean title is that which was spoken. For when I call it ‘blessing,’ I mean thanksgiving, and when I call it thanksgiving I unfold all the treasure of God’s goodness, and call to mind those mighty gifts.”1526

The Fathers cited

  • St. John Chrysostom