John Chrysostom (b. 349/50–407 CE) was one of the most prolific Greek authors of the patristic period (Patrology/Patristics), and best known as a pulpit orator and expositor of Scripture. His eloquence was renowned even after his death, earning him the nickname “the golden mouthed.”
Life
John was born in Syrian Antioch to a wealthy, albeit not illustrious, family. His father, Secundus, was an influential civil servant in the bureau of the military commander of the Or…