

Contemplation As Freedom According to Cusa And Hopkins | Thomas Pfau
Oct 18, 2018
Thomas Pfau, an expert on the philosophy of Cusa and Hopkins, explores the concept of freedom in modern anthropology, delving into the transcendent dimension of human freedom. He discusses contemplation as a path to liberation from selfhood and desire, the transformative impact of mystical contemplation through iconic gaze, and the symbolism of a poem representing theological themes. Pfau also analyzes the relationship between visible images and the divine, emphasizing contemplative freedom and ethical responsibility.
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Intro
00:00 • 9min
Exploring Contemplation as Freedom and Self-Transcendence
08:56 • 6min
Exploring Mystical Contemplation Through an Iconic Gaze
14:37 • 14min
Exploring the Symbolism of a Poem and Its Theological Connections
28:45 • 3min
Contemplative Nature of Seeing and Knowing to Love and Merge with the Christ Icon
31:44 • 25min