The writings are practical enough to be used as a daily manual for spiritual life, but complex enough to warrant deep, scholarly study.
Unlike modern studies that separate theology from ethics, the Philokalia unites them. Knowledge of God is gained through a pure heart, not just intellectual pursuit. Filocalia, vol. 2
Father Dumitru Stăniloae's translation is renowned for its academic rigor and its deep understanding of patristic Greek, making it accurate and spiritually vibrant. The writings are practical enough to be used
The texts emphasize that true love for God and neighbor is inseparable from disciplined self-control, particularly in conquering the passions (anger, lust, greed). Father Dumitru Stăniloae's translation is renowned for its
The volume consists primarily of St. Maximus's works, including Ambiguities (Ambigua), Questions to Thalassius , and Ascetic Life .
It focuses on the struggle for purification, the inner working of the mind (nous), the interpretation of scripture, and the ultimate goal of union with God (theosis).
The apodictic method and the dialogue between theology and ... - HAL