Tag: Apophaticism

  • Unspeakably Speaking

    Eastern Orthodoxy commonly describes its theology as “apophatic.” The word means, “Unspeakable.” It is perhaps the most important point within Orthodox thought: when speaking of God, we are always saying things that cannot be said. It does not mean that nothing should be said (though this is often a good idea). It means that no…

  • The Benefits of Ignorance

    I have had conversations in recent comments sections on the role of reason in the Orthodox life. I readily acknowledge that no one lives without some use of reason – but I contend that most of what forms the content of our life in Christ is not reason. The faith does have to contend with…


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  1. Owen, This is a difficult area – one in which we tread carefully. First, 2Peter 1:4’s reference to human beings…

  2. Fr. Stephen, Thank you for the response. I am seeking to follow your logic here. Should we not understand Being…

  3. Janine I loved your comment about Orthodox answers: 1) “I don’t know” and 2) “Both”. The comment made me smile…

  4. Matthew, Sheol is a transliteration of the Hebrew. It’s not a translation. It has basically been left unrendered.


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