Pope Matthew I of Alexandria (or Matheos) was the 87th Coptic Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark (1378–1408). He is revered as a saint by the Coptic Church.
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“Words are like leaves; and where they most abound,
Much fruit of sense beneath is rarely found.”
—Alexander Pope (1688–1744)
““If you wish to be perfect, go, sell your possessions, and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me.” When the young man heard this word, he went away grieving, for he had many possessions.”
—Bible: New Testament, Matthew 19:21,22.
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