McGuckin John A. author Columbia University. Religion Union Theological Seminary. Union Theological Seminary Union Theological Seminary. Union Theological Seminary originator text Articles 2001 English This article considers the theological and political aspects involved in the 5th C controversy over the title 'Mother of God' as exemplified in the conflict between Nestorius of Constantinople and Cyril of Alexandria. The aristocratic women of the Byzantine capital, as well as popular religious movements in Egypt and Asia Minor, helped the title achieve ecumenical ascendancy in early Christianity. Religion Theology 2 1 8 25 2001-08 http://hdl.handle.net/10022/AC:P:12992 NNC NNC 2012-04-12 13:31:19 -0400 2012-04-12 13:52:32 -0400 6994 eng