FROM ASCESIS TO CONTEMPLATION SCRIPTURE READING, MEDITATION AND PRAYER IN THE WRITINGS OF SAINT ISAAC THE SYRIAN
FROM ASCESIS TO CONTEMPLATION SCRIPTURE READING, MEDITATION AND PRAYER IN THE WRITINGS OF SAINT ISAAC THE SYRIAN

Summary/Abstract: Saint Isaac the Syrian is one of the most beloved Philokalic Fathers and the studyof his texts represents a fascinating journey into the spiritual reality of life,revealing the wisdom, discernment and enthusiasm which only the Holy Spirit cangrant. Abba Isaac does not look for skill and method in interpreting the texts ofthe Scriptures and does not cultivate a certain kind of wisdom which may lead topride, but longs for that understanding which feeds his faith, enlightens his mindand offers him an occasion to marvel. According to Saint Isaac, prayer, spiritualmeditation and Scripture reading are not mere obedience in the spiritual life, butan absolutely necessary experience in acquiring holiness. This unique experiencebecomes a safe guide for the one who, while keeping the forms of ascesis to theend of his life, obtains the key to the ineffable divine gifts

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