Light in Baptismal Symbolism Based on the Catechesis of John Chrysostom. Cover Image

Światło w symbolice chrzcielnej na podstawie katechez Jana Chryzostoma
Light in Baptismal Symbolism Based on the Catechesis of John Chrysostom.

Author(s): Anna Grzywa
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Ancient World, Sociology of Religion, History of Religion
Published by: Uniwersytet Opolski
Keywords: John Chrysostom; light; baptismal catechesis; newly baptized; the sacrament of baptism;

Summary/Abstract: The article presents the use of the symbolism of light in John Chrysostom’s catechesis addressed to catechumens and neophytes. It shows how the catechist from Antioch describes the baptismal celebration as well as those who attend it. It also emphasizes the tasks that Chrysostom places before the newly baptized members of the Church community, using the symbol of light in their context and juxtaposing it with the opposition light-dark.

  • Issue Year: 41/2021
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 61-72
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: Polish