This was particularly in the context of the debate concerning the 'extraordinary giftings' of the Holy Spirit in the post-apostolic age, since the Macarian Homilies could serve as evidence in favour of a post-apostolic attestation of 'miraculous' Pneumatic giftings to include healings, visions, exorcisms, etc.
The discussion surrounding the "extraordinary gifts" of the Holy Spirit during the post-apostolic period was particularly relevant in this context, as the Macarian Homilies could be used to support claims of miraculous abilities like healing, visions, and exorcisms being bestowed by the Holy Spirit.