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What the Fathers say
Eastern Fathers
John Chrysostom
"Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us." That God hath done "abundantly above all that we ask or think," is evident from what the Apostle himself hath written. …
Theophylact of Ohrid
I, he says, ask, but He will do even more than what is contained in my prayer. For not only everything that one asks, but more He is able to do, and "incomparably more," that is, generously and abundantly. And he indicates the abundance twofold: "incomparably" and "more." For it is possible to do more than what is asked, but not "incomparably," which means generously and abundantly. But God can do both. …
Western Saints
Thomas Aquinas
After this, the Apostle gives thanks to God for hearing his prayer (v. 20). In reference to this he does three things: First, he mentions the power of God with which he grants petitions. Secondly, he gives an example of that power (3:20b). Thirdly, he mentions what prompts his thanksgiving (3:21). He describes the infinite power of God, saying Now to him, meaning to Christ as God and God the Father, who is able to do all things: "Almighty is his name" (Ex. 15:3). …
Bonaventure
Such love transcends every intellect and every science. But if it transcends every science, how can this wisdom be seen? That is why the Apostle continues: "Now, to him who is able to accomplish all things in a measure far beyond what we ask or conceive." For it does not belong to anyone, but to the man to whom God reveals it.
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