A review by theologiaviatorum
Catechetical Discourse by St Gregory of Nyssa

informative inspiring medium-paced

4.5

This instruction of St. Gregory of Nyssa was an interesting take on catechesis. This work is at once catechism and apology. More so for the catechist than the catechumen, Gregory of Nyssa prepares the catechist to instruct initiates from either a Jewish or a pagan background. Most of his attention is given to those from paganism. Jews already accept the existence of One God and the holy scriptures so he makes a biblical case for Christianity and moves on. Pagans, being farther from the truth, need more work. This catechism proceeds with an objection and response. He treats the Trinity, creation, the image of God, the Fall, the Incarnation, atonement, the Harrowing of Hell, the resurrection, baptism, and eucharist. Maybe my favorite work by Nyssa that I’ve read so far.