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Nicholas Samaras: Attentiveness and the Sacred

Luminous: Conversations On Sacred Arts

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Exploring the Concept of the Sacred

In this chapter, they discuss the concept of the sacred and how it can be found in various aspects of life. They share a poem called 'Approaching Something Sacred' that explores the idea of sacredness requiring attentiveness and participation. They also highlight the importance of the word 'proskomen' in the Greek Orthodox Church, which translates to 'pay attention' and signifies the sacredness of the present moment.

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