Philokalia Ministries

The Nous - Part One

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Jan 24, 2013
Discover the profound concept of the 'noose' as a vital faculty for spiritual perception and its connection to the triune image of God. Explore the challenges of modern distractions and the importance of maintaining a relationship with creation through prayer and ascetic practices. Dive into the significance of contemplating mortality for a fulfilling life and the need to revive self-awareness in a tech-saturated world. The conversation emphasizes the stark contrast between fleeting technological satisfaction and the lasting joy found in faith.
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The Nous: More Than Mind

  • The nous, often mistranslated as "mind" or "intellect," is a crucial faculty for spiritual understanding.
  • It helps us process spiritual realities and discern truth, going beyond mere deduction.
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Nous: Natural and Supernatural

  • The nous is a natural human faculty, part of being made in God's image.
  • Baptism purifies and perfects the nous, but sin can distort it, requiring spiritual discipline for restoration.
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Nous as Receptive Faculty

  • The nous is the receptive part of the mind, enabling understanding and truth recognition.
  • It's not about logical conclusions, but direct intuition, resonating with truth.
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