The Professor's Blog

Question What is the “circular” or “threefold movement" of the Mind referred to in St. Gregory Palamas’ Triads? Answer The “circular” or “threefold movement” of the mind (Gk. νοῦς, nous),...

Question  Can you speak to the trend of monastics who are so vehemently against fantasy literature and tell laity they are opening their children up to demonic possession? Answer  St....

Question Why do you use the King James translation of the Bible? Answer I prefer the Authorized or King James translation of the Bible (KJB), because it is still the most familiar version...

Question  Why do difficulties seem to increase in life when one strives to deepen one's faithfulness to Christ and his Way? Answer  “And [Jesus] said to them all, If any...

Question  I often feel misunderstood, and that I need to help others to understand me. What is the correct Orthodox Christian way to deal with these thoughts? Answer  Yes, our...