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Saint Gregory Palamas- Dialogue Between an Orthodox and a Barlaamite Published by State University of New York Press www.sunypress.edu https://sunypress.edu/Books/D/Dialogue-Between-an-Orthodox-and-a-Barlaamite This book can be purchased used, but the books is usually cheaper on the University website ($29.95). This book is not a section of a larger work such as the Triads but its own composition. It is written as a debate and conversation between a Barlaamite and an Orthodox. The main text is quite small at 45 pages, and this translation includes the original Greek. I recommend this book to anyone interested in St. Gregory Palamas and the Hesychast Controversy but willing to learn some Greek. In this video I cover a lot of the quotes that I found interesting. Link to Orthodox Wiki on the 8th Ecumenical Council: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Eighth_Ecumenical_Council 00:00 Start 00:04 Intro 02:17 Comments on the Translation 05:34 Quotes from the Introduction 15:43 Quotes from St. Gregory 20:09 St. Gregory on the Seven Spirits of God 24:13 More St. Gregory Quotes 32:44 St. Gregory on the Charismatic Gifts 36:07 Conclusion

In this video I discuss Lampe's "A Patristic Greek Lexicon," which is helpful for studying key Orthodox terms and finding their usage in the Church Fathers. I also mention some of the other lexicons that I use as well. These books are also helpful in assisting readers when reading theology books that have a lot of patristic terms in Greek. Gyan Books Website link: https://www.gyanbooks.com/index.php?p=sr&format=fullpage&Field=bookcode&String=1111022244381 Archive.org PDF: https://archive.org/details/g.w.h.lampe

In this video I read the life of St. Christopher from the Synaxarion, which contains the account of when he spoke in tongues. I also read a section from The Great Synaxaristies. 00:00 Introduction 01:16 His Life from the Synaxarion 07:08 Account from the Great Synaxaristies 08:51 Another Account St. Christopher of Lycia (249) Feast Days is May 9th Prologue of Ohrid- Very short life (pg 458 in Volume I) Synaxarion- Small life (pg 99-102 in Volume V) The Great Synaxaristies- a long life (pg 469-494, Tongues account pg 470-471 and pg489 in the May Volume)

00:00 Intro 00:39 About St. Andrew 01:14 About Fools for Christ 02:19 Book Sources 03:32 Life from the Prologue 05:56 Speaking In Tongues Synaxaristies Selection 07:45 Final Remarks St. Andrew the Fool for Christ commemorated on the 28th of May and October 2nd (Old Calendar) -His life was written by the priest Nikephoros of Hagia Sophia. He was of Scythian (Slavic) descent and lived in Constantinople. He was gifted with heavenly visions, the gift of knowledge and prophecy, and tongues. He lived his life as a Fool for Christ. St. Andrew’s disciple was Epiphanius, who many scholars agree to be St. Polyeuctus (February 5), Patriarch of Constantinople from 956-970 (Source Orthodoxwiki) Fools for Christ: -fictional examples: the book “Laurus” and the movie “The Island” Other Fools for Christ -St. Nicholas of Pskov -St Symeon of Emesa Sources for information on St. Andrew: -pg 356 in volume II of The Prologue of Ohrid (October 2nd) -pg 288-294 in volume V of the Synaxarion (May-June) -pg 1206-1280 in the Synaxaristies of May (pg 1235 gives the account of St. Andrew speaking Syriac) The Island: https://youtu.be/Wz-vegualMg Movie Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMFuUgV71-K8qfMDVUYMoN0WQ_KB_DOb8

“St. Gregory Palamas- The Hesychast Controversy and the Debate with Islam Documents relating to Gregory Palamas” by Norman Russell introduces for the first time in English documents relating to Hesychast controversy and details about his life and some of his apologetic talks. The main text is 447 pages with a glossary in the back and a list of Patristic citations; it also includes well documented sources with a ton of important footnotes for further research throughout the book. This book contains a wealth of information important for Orthodox Christianity, especially dogmatic statements which are always very important, and during my read through I was able to glean over 35 pages worth of notes to add to my commonplace book. In the beginning of the book, Russell has a great, 35 page, general introduction to the life and writings of St. Gregory. In this volume, the full life of St. Gregory Palamas, by Philotheos Kokkinos is translated for the first time into English. This biography was written within 10 years of the death of St. Gregory by Philotheos, who was the Patriarch of Constantinople. This life is quite lengthy at over 150 pages and includes the time from his youth until the time of his death with approximate years at which the events take place. It also includes details about his family life and also the time he was taken captive by the Turks and held for ransom. This book also contains the Synodal Tomes (which codifies a decision by a Holy Synod, or council of Orthodox bishops) of 1341, 1347, 1351, and 1368. The tomes for 1347 include the Synodal Tomes, one from the Orthodox synod of that year and another one from the Anti-Palamite synod of the same year. The Synods of 1341, 1347, and 1351 comprise the 9th Ecumenical Council for the Orthodox. During the 1351 council they, scrutinized the works of St. Gregory that had been written and they were approved; this would have included the writing of the Triads. Also the anathemas against Barlaam and Akindynos were entered into the Synodikon of Orthodoxy for the Greek and Slavonic traditions. It also includes over 50 pages or personal letters, which contains theological discussions, and it includes over 25 pages of his apologetic debates with Muslims and a defense of Orthodoxy. In particular, St. Gregory’s letter to Empress Anna Palaiologina, happens to be a very good summary of the hesychast controversy. During the hesychast controversy, St. Gregory and those in favor of the Orthodox position, refuted a number of individuals with multiple influences. Some were Byzantine Neoplatonists other were influenced by Western Scholasticism, and others were against St. Gregory and the hesychasts for political reasons. Russell mentions in his introduction that Barlaam is now believed to be influenced by Byzantine Neoplatonism rather than Western Scholasticism. During the course of the 9th Ecumenical Council a number of individuals were anathematized for heretical teachings, which this book covers in detail, and these anathemas were also entered into the Synodikon of Orthodoxy. The main Anti-Palamites include: Barlaam, Akindynos, Patriarch John Kalekas, Nikephoros Gregoras, and Prochoros. There is a hardcover version available and is quite expensive ($135-$175), but a paperback version is available ($59.99). I would recommend this book to those interested in St. Gregory and the hesychast controversy, Orthodox apologists, and those interested in our dogmatic beliefs regarding hesychasm, essence-energy distinction, and our views on grace. 00:00 Intro 00:04 An Overview of the Book 07:54 Price 08:10 Target Audience 09:22 Anti- Palamites 09:36 About Barlaam 11:08 The Bogomils and Proto-Protestants 13:48 Barlaam Continued 14:57 Akindynos 17:04 Nikephoros Gregoras 19:43 Prochoros and Western Scholasticism 22:46 Conclusion

“A Night in the Desert of the Holy Mountain” by Metropolitan Hierotheos is a recording of conversations that Metropolitan Hierotheos had with an Elder on Mt. Athos while he was still an Archimandrite. After his conversations with the Elder, he jotted the conversations down as to not forget what the Elder had said. In Greece it is a spiritual classic and has had over 9 editions with many printings in the original Greek. It has been translated into French, Spanish, Russian, and Arabic, as well as English, which has had multiple editions and printings. This book is a fantastic read about the Jesus Prayer and the Orthodox interior life and proceeds from one topic to the next and is a great primer on how to pray. The book is 204 pages and at the back of the book there is a glossary of 8 pages of important terms. Currently it can be purchased for about $26 brand new with some slightly cheaper books on the used market. In this book the Elder discusses the Orthodox Hesychastic life and how it differs with the New Age and other philosophical and religious traditions (pgs 45, 50-52). He discusses the soul and its three powers: nous, desire (the appetitive power), and will (the incensive power) (pg57). He talks about the concentration, attention, and watchfullness (pgs 58, 61-66, 81, 84). He also talks about, the body during prayer, imagination, discernment, repentance, keeping the commandments, and the Jesus Prayer, which is the main focus of the book. He also talks about Theosis, and the Uncreated Light. 00:00 Intro 02:10 Topics 03:05 Cat Problems ;( 03:52 Quotes 05:30 Conclusion

Chapter Sections: 00:00 Intro 03:11 The focus of the attention 04:46 About the book 06:47 Authors included in the anthology 08:13 Book topics and their page numbers 11:02 Quotes from the book 15:32 Conclusion The Art of Prayer: An Orthodox Anthology by Igumen Chariton is a collection of quotes with short title descriptions and the attribution of each author that Igumen Chariton collected during the course of his life. He would write down the quotes of authors that he would read and ended up with a collection that makes this book. The majority of the quotes are about interior prayer and the Jesus prayer and these make a great introductory manual into the Orthodox spiritual life. Apart from Theophan and Ignatii, Father Chariton also quotes on occasion from other Russian authorities of the late nineteenth or early twentieth century, such as Bishops Justin and Nikon, and St. John of Kronstadt. As well as these Russian writers, he includes a number of Greek texts—for example, passages from St. Mark the Monk and the Homilies of St. Makarios, from Sts. Barsanouphios and John, St. Simeon the New Theologian, Sts. Gregory of Sinai and Gregory Palamas. A few Syriac Fathers make their appearance, such as St. Ephraim and St. Isaac; also a Latin Father, St John Cassian. This book covers topics such as: natural fruit of prayer vs. grace (p125-126), warmth of heart because of concentration (p136), going from human effort to divine grace (p145), illusion vs. grace (p147), spiritual hedonism (p160), our experience of grace before and after baptism (p172), description of the ‘eye of the spirit’ and what the spirit of man is (p179), the dangers of the imagination (p182), attention in the heart for everyone and also a description of what the mind and heart are (p184, p191), the heart is the spiritual faculty that is the innermost man (p190), Nepsis (p194), prayer and fasting in the world (p53, 251-252), those outside the faith receive a natural spiritual consolation not a grace given state (p259), prelest illusion and those who despise the Jesus Prayer (p264-270), freedom from distraction (p275) Price on Amazon $16.89 and can be purchased for cheaper used for around $10. I would recommend checking bookfinder.com for a cheaper price. ISBN: 9780571191659 https://www.amazon.com/Art-Prayer-Orthodox-Anthology/dp/0571191657/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IKMXLHACLDJ4&keywords=the+art+of+prayer&qid=1661425060&sprefix=the+art+of+praye%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1

In this video I talk about the Raven Son series by Nicholas Kotar. It is an Orthodox inspired high fantasy collection. If you like Lord of the Rings and the Chronicles of Narnia, I would recommend buying these books. 00:04 Intro 02:30 The Books 04:03 Conclusion Buy Here: https://www.amazon.com/Song-Sirin-Raven-Son/dp/0998847909/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1660655139&sr=1-2 https://www.amazon.com/Curse-Raven-Son/dp/0998847925/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1660655139&sr=1-5 https://www.amazon.com/Heart-World-Raven-Son/dp/099884795X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1660655139&sr=1-6 https://www.amazon.com/Forge-Covenant-Raven-Son/dp/0998847984/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1660655139&sr=1-6-catcorr https://www.amazon.com/Throne-Gods-Raven-Son/dp/1951536088/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1660655139&sr=1-4

In this video Platon reads the life of St. Veronica, who the Orthodox Church Celebrates on July 12th. A viewer requested that we read her life. We took the life from the Synaxaristies of the Orthodox Church.

Having already quoted a number of Saints on the Orthodox perspective on Darwinian Evolution, I decided to get read some quotes of Fr. Seraphim Rose's opinions on the topic. This is taken from the book "Genesis, Creation, and Early Man." This is from the second edition, ISBN 9781887904254 00:04 Intro 01:49 Page 36 03:03 Page 36 Footnote 05:05 Page 37 06:30 Page 38 08:47 Page 39 10:55 Page 40 12:58 Page 41 13:26 Page 42 14:46 Page 43 16:42 Conclusion

In this video I review "The Orthodox New Testament," Vol. 1 and 2 for a viewer. Purchase Here: https://secure.holyapostlesconvent.org/hacwebstore/searchresults.zul;jsessionid=9AF75F4852BBC84A7724FE538D873371?categoryID=2

In this video I talk about the three complete collections of the Lives of the Saints in English and also two cell phone apps. I cover the Synaxarion, the Prologue, and the Synaxaristies of the Orthodox Church. The cell phones apps are "Orthodox Calendar" by David Leselidze and "Orthodox Christian Calendar (English) by Eir3 Apps. The Synaxarion webstore: https://sebastianpress.org/the-synaxarion-the-lives-of-the-saints-of-the-orthodox-church-complete-set/ The Prologue webstore: https://sebastianpress.org/the-prologue-of-ohrid-lives-of-saints-hymns-reflections-and-homilies-for-every-day-of-the-year/ The Synaxaristies webstore: https://secure.holyapostlesconvent.org/hacwebstore/searchresults.zul;jsessionid=7B40FF1BDA4AF83DFF96DF55F38E2ECF?categoryID=4 00:00 Intro 00:24 The Synaxaristies 01:48 The Prologue 02:06 The Synaxarion 05:21 Cell Phone Apps 06:43 Conclusion

The only Synaxarion and Hal 9000 skit on the internet! It is a foreshadow of videos to come... I made this with lots of analogue audio emulation and the 15.ai Hal 9000 voice synthesizer. This is my first skit and I hope to make more, especially if I'm able to upgrade my computer. My current setup is very limited for video produciton. Like, comment and subscribe if you like my content!

In this video I discuss my favorite Orthodox book, "The Triads," by Saint Gregory Palamas. It is the best defense of true Christian Mysticism that I have ever read. St. Gregory brings up many topics in the course of this book and the topics are extremely relevant to current theological discussions. Topics include, natural law/theology, grace, the essence/energy distinction, the Light of Transfiguration, creation, an Orthodox epistemology and how we can experience God. There are a few translations in English, but in this video I discuss the full translation by Fr. Peter Chamberas. By it here: https://newfoundpublishing.com/book/the-triads-in-defense-of-those-who-practice-sacred-quietude/

In this review I discuss "The Search for Truth on the Path of Reason," by Professor Alexei Osipov. It is a fantastic introduction to Orthodoxy and the only one that I know that discusses apologetics such as the teleological argument for God. He critiques the views of Kant, Hegel, Scleiermacher and Feuerbach and some of the views that are important for Secular liberalism. The book deals with many other objections to Christianity coming from the Secular world, covers the philosophy of science and critiques the secular mindset that is so prevalent in the Western world today. Professor Osipov also discusses the differences between Orthodoxy and other Christian groups such as Catholicism and Protestantism and also Eastern mysticism, and the occult. ISBN- 10 098428480X Purchase Links: http://www.pokrovpress.com/ https://virginiamonks.org/products/the-search-for-truth-on-the-path-of-reason https://www.amazon.com/Search-Truth-Path-Reason/dp/098428480X Other Social Media Platforms: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/nepticfathers/ https://rumble.com/user/nepticfathers https://3speak.tv/user/nepticfathers https://odysee.com/@Neptic_Fathers

This is a much shorter video tour of my library (5:17 vs about an hour and a half), but still shows all the same books.

In this video I go over St. Theophan's quotes on Darwinian Evolution. The source material is taken from "Genesis, Creation, and Early Man," by Fr. Seraphim Rose. I would highly recommend the book for anyone wanting to read an in depth analysis of Darwinian Evolution from an Orthodox Christian perspective. The book is published by the St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood ISBN 9781887904254 00:00 - Start 00:04 - Introduction 01:04 - St. Theophan Quote 02:38 - Another Quote 03:43 - St. Theophan's Anathema of Darwinism 06:07 - St. Theophan Predicts the Russian Revolution 07:17 - St. Theophan- Science is not the Source of all Truth 09:10 - St. Theophan- Science Subordinate to Revelation 10:48 - Another Quote 11:29 - Ending

In this video I go over Orthodox Saints' quotes on Darwinian Evolution. The source material is taken from "Genesis, Creation, and Early Man," by Fr. Seraphim Rose. I would highly recommend the book for anyone wanting to read an in depth analysis of Darwinian Evolution from an Orthodox Christian perspective. The book is published by the St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood ISBN 9781887904254 00:00 - Start 00:04 - Intro 01:30 - St. Ambrose of Optina 02:37 - St. Barsanuphius of Optina 03:13 - St. Nectarios of Aegina 05:50 - St. Nikolai Velimirovich 08:40 - St. Justin Popovich 14:23 - St. Sophrony of Essex 14:55 - Ending

In this video I go over St. Paisios's quotes on Darwinian Evolution. The source material is taken from "Genesis, Creation, and Early Man," by Fr. Seraphim Rose. I would highly recommend the book for anyone wanting to read an in depth analysis of Darwinian Evolution from an Orthodox Christian perspective. The book is published by the St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood ISBN 9781887904254 00:00 - Start 00:04 - Introduction 00:18 - St. Paisios Quote 02:12 - Another Quote 04:40 - St. Paisios Encounters Evolution as a Child 07:36 - St. Paisios's Vision of Christ When he was Young 08:19 - Ending

In this video I do a tour of the books that I have in my Orthodox Christian library. I have multiple genres that are useful for Orthodox research and study. I also have a good amount of books that aren't by Orthodox writers but deal with topics that help round out my library. Many of these books are still in print, but some of them are out of print and are hard to find. I tried to make the video short, but it turns out the video was almost an hour and a half. I'll post another video of a quick video fly by of these books as well for a shorter reference video. If you have any questions such as the publisher, ISBN, etc., leave a comment in the comment section. Also feel free to post your favorite Orthodox books in the comment section.

In this video I go over what websites and methods I used to find cheap books for my Orthodox Christian Library. I also talk about some of the books that I have purchased and recommendations on what books to look for when starting an Orthodox library. I also recommend checking out local bookstores as well since a lot of times local bookstores will have a few books if you know what to look for. Try building a huge wishlist and buy the books used when they are cheap. Our Amazon Books: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1VNQH96WQ223T?ref_=wl_share Websites: https://www.amazon.com/ https://www.alibris.com/ https://www.abebooks.com/ https://www.bookfinder.com/

Here is the PDF link to the "Atlas of American Orthodox Christian Monasteries" https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/assets/files/news/scoba/AtlasOfMonasteriesSecondEditionBookmarkedOptimumSize.pdf New monasteries are starting all the time and there are already a number of monasteries that have been founded since this survey came out. Also check the websites of any monasteries that you plan on attending as these will usually give you contact information, dress codes, visiting hours, and any possibilities of overnight accommodations.

In this video I read the accounts from the biographies of St. Paisios and St. Porphyrios of their times of speaking in tongues. Book sources: Saint Paisios of Mount Athos by Hieromonk Isaac (January 1, 2016) (ISBN 9608976456). With Elder Porphyrios: A spiritual child remembers Paperback by Constantine Yiannitsiotis (ISBN: 9606890287) (July 3, 2013).

In this video we read a section from the Vita (Life) of St. Pachomius on how he received the gift of speaking in tongues. This is taken from "Stories of the Holy Fathers," edited by E.A Wallis Budge, which contains Palladius's classic, "The Paradise of the Holy Fathers," also know as "The Lausiac History."

In this video I talk about different kinds of incense to use during Orthodox prayers at home, and how to make an oil lampada (vigil lamp). For personal use at home, do not use a swinging censer like the priests use, as those are for liturgical purposes only. You can buy resin incense and charcoal on amazon, ebay, etsy and many Orthodox bookstores or monastery websites. For resin incense, amazon will probably be the cheapest, but the best smelling will probably be incense offered by Orthodox monasteries and shops. The charcoals are instant light disks, and will probably be the cheapest on amazon. Use olive oil for the lamp oil, and use a cotton wick. In the video I mentioned twine, but I actually use cotton yarn, although I think cotton twine would probably work as well. I linked two Orthodox shops below that have fantastic incense. Also colored glass lampadas and hangers can be purchased from many Orthodox shops if you don't want to make your own, although the larger wider containers will allow the lamp to burn longer. https://orthodoxincense.com/ https://www.bostonmonks.com/index.php/cPath/38