THEOSISCyrill of Alexandria
He Himself embodies the essence of wheat, radiant and abundant with oil, symbolizing life filled with richness and joy. Our existence is rooted in Him, celebrating ‘in hope of what is prepared’ (Col. 1:5); nourished by the grace of the Holy Spirit, we echo the words from the Psalms: ‘I have anointed my head with oil’ (Ps. 22:5), for we find forgiveness through faith in Christ, who, in a certain sense, is offered alongside us as a sacrifice, occupying a secondary position, akin to the so-called spun classes relative to His wheat flour. The term ‘spun classes’ refers to the flour derived from unripe fruits. While Christ, although made akin to us through God’s household, remains elevated above us by His divine nature, this truth is beyond dispute.
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Hence, our life is the most esteemed, unparalleled in its holiness and purity. In contrast, our state is lesser and diminished, akin to the 'spun classes' when compared to the flour of wheat. Meanwhile, wheat flour signifies a manner of living. Nonetheless, the ‘spun classes’ are also presented on the altar alongside the wheat flour. As I mentioned, we are offered as a fragrant sacrifice, united with Christ, becoming pleasing to both God and the Father. Those who lack Christ entirely cannot be a sacrifice; ‘for without Me...,’ He states, ‘you can do nothing’ (John 15:5).