THEOSISAmbrose of Milan
Jael, representing the foundational Church, struck down Sisera, yet it was the ancient Israelites, under the leadership of the esteemed general interpreted as Barak, who caused him to flee. Throughout history, divine assistance was frequently bestowed upon the patriarchs, as noted in the scriptures, through the prayers and virtues of the prophets. However, due to their spiritual frailties, victory was ultimately granted to those described in the Gospel: “Come ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34). Hence, the origins of victory lie with the ancestors, while its fulfillment is found within the Church. Regarding widows,
Jael struck down Sisera, yet it was through the hands of the ancient Israelites, led by the remarkable leader symbolized in this context as Barakk. Numerous times, through the prayers and righteousness of the prophets, divine assistance was bestowed upon the forefathers, as we read. However, despite their spiritual weaknesses, triumph was conferred upon those of whom it is stated in the Gospel, ‘Come ye blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world’ (Matthew 25:34). Consequently, the origin of victory can be traced back to the ancestors, while its culmination resides within the Church.