Athens and Jerusalem Transfiguration in Christ—with Metropolitan Kallistos of Diokleia
Aug 18, 2023
Join Metropolitan Kallistos of Diokleia, a revered theologian in Eastern Orthodox Christianity, as he delves into the breathtaking beauty of Christ's Transfiguration on Mount Tabor. He masterfully connects suffering and glory, highlighting how true joy emerges from embracing life's trials. With rich scripture and personal anecdotes, he likens this journey to sacrificial love in marriage, drawing inspiration from St. Seraphim of Sarov. Prepare to be inspired by his profound insights into the interplay of joy and suffering in faith.
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Transfiguration Reveals Uncreated Light
- The light on Tabor was supernatural, revealing the divine energies of Christ beyond created, sensory light.
- The Transfiguration opens the disciples' eyes to Christ's eternal Godhead while keeping his human nature intact.
Human Nature Shown As Divinized
- The Transfiguration shows Christ as fully God and fully human, not changing his person but manifesting his true nature.
- Human nature is revealed as capable of divinization through union with Christ's Godhead.
Tabor And Calvary Are One Path
- The Transfiguration and the Cross belong together: Christ enters into glory through his passion.
- The cross is not opposed to glory but is the path to it; suffering and glory are joined in Christ.
