Masa rotundă „Paul Gherasim 100”
The “Paul Gherasim 100” Roundtable

Summary/Abstract: During the roundtable dedicated to the centenary of painter Paul Gherasim, moderated by art critic Oliv Mircea, the dialogue focuses on restoring the artistic, pedagogical, and spiritual profile of Paul Gherasim. The contributions explore the depth of his theandric vision, grounded in the “taste of seeing” and the contemplation of creation as a divine gift, reflected in the theoretical and artistic activity of the Prolog group. Particular attention is paid to his involvement in shaping sacred spaces and sites of memory, such as the Stavropoleos (alongside Father Iustin Marchiș), Hurezi, and Lainici Monasteries, as well as his late editorial work, resulting in eleven album-books conceived as a true spiritual testament against the degradation or “erasure of traces” of traditional heritage. The testimonials also highlight Paul Gherasim's dimension as an “Abba" or “Elder” pedagogue, who guided young creators toward the “fasting of the gaze,” the quieting of the mind, and the embrace of humility in the act of creation.

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