SELF-KNOWLEDGE AS SPIRITUAL PRACTICE: ONTOLOGICAL SELF BETWEEN PLOTINUS AND GREGORY PALAMAS
In this paper, I aim to evaluate the meaning of Gregory Palamas’ ontology of the self in the context of the semantic itinerancy between Plotinus, the first one to propose the ontological dimension of the self, and the patristic horizon. I will survey the
Corina Domnari
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St. Gregory Palamas, Divine energies, uncreated light, Tabor light, Palamism, mystical experience, vision of God (theophany), knowledge of God, deification, palamite vs. hesychast controversy [PDF]
This article examines one of the least studied aspects of the theological and philosophical thought of St. Gregory Palamas, viz. his doctrine of the Divine selfcontemplation.
Vadim Elimanov
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The Use of Logical Proofs in Theology according to St. Gregory Palamas
St. Gregory Palamas developed the theme of the apodeictic method in many of his works. Indeed, he developed it extensively in two epistolary treatises to Akindynus and in two to Barlaam. According to the saint, theology is not a theoretical art, but has
Theodor Zisis
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This study presents a refined comparative analysis of the spiritual fatherhood and ascetic teachings of Theoleptos of Philadelphia and Gregory Palamas, two eminent figures in late Byzantine spirituality.
Alessia Brombin
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Aspects of the Revelation of the Divine in St. Gregory Palamas’ Treatise De Operationibus Divinis
In this paper, we examine the concepts ‘destination’, ‘revelation’, ‘foreknowledge’, ‘will’, ‘transmission’, ‘motion’, and ‘grace’, as they appear in Gregory Palamas’ treatise De opera-tionibus divinis.
Terezis Christos, Tempelis Elias
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Lines in the Noology of Gregory Palamas. Palamism and Platonism
The article traces the main lines of the teaching of mind (noology) by one of the largest Byzantine thinkers, Gregory Palamas, on the material of his treatise Triads (1337–1340). The author considers the question of the foundations of thinking ability according to Palamas. Two paradigms – natural and super-natural – manifested in the noology by Palamas
Dmitry Biriukov
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The Uncreated Light of Transfiguration of Our Lord in St. Gregory Palamas’ Thought
The author analyses the apologetic rhetorical elements in three discourses against those who deny the worship of holy icons. St. Theodore the Studite presents his refutations, which further develop and build upon the arguments of St. John Damascene. The
Dimo Penkov
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The One and Many: The influence of St Gregory Palamas
The paper explores Gregory Palamas’ interpretation of the relationship between the One and the many. The objective of the essay is to delve into how Gregory Palamas adopted and integrated ideas regarding hierarchy and the interplay between the One and the many from the Neoplatonic tradition.
Plećaš, Tamara
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CAN SINNERS REALLY CHANGE? UNDERSTANDING PERSONAL SALVATION IN THE BLOCK UNIVERSE
Abstract This article brings time and theology together constructively in response to a pressing problem for the doctrine of personal salvation. The problem arises within the physics and metaphysics of time, as these support a so‐called temporal B‐theory in which time does not pass and reality is comprised of a block universe.
Emily Qureshi‐Hurst
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Ascetic Practices in Interfaith Dialogue
Abstract This article explores the fundamental theological and philosophical propositions on which ascetic teachings and mystical experiences within Eastern Orthodox Christianity and Jainism are based. In particular, it examines spirituality, purification, and psychophysical techniques, including bodily postures, breath control, and inner exploration ...
Nataliia Pavlyk
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