THE TRINITY #18: Eastern Orthodoxy, Mysticism & the Trinity (Palamas, Hesychasm, Theosis)

Eastern Orthodoxy is a complex religion with many cultural and historical influences. In this episode I break down some important history in the progression of Orthodox views on the Trinity and salvation, and why these views are misaligned with what the bible teaches. We will look at the evolution of church history via influences from pagan converts, Greek philosophy and parallels with mysticism.

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00:00 - Introduction
17:04 - Emanations in Eastern Orthodoxy
36:26 - Emanationism in the Occult
44:29 - The Principle of Anima Mundi
49:05 - The Influence of Manichaeism
58:38 - The Influence of Neoplatonism
1:20:07 - Gregory Palamas, Palamism & Hesychasm
1:38:19 - Putting it Together with Scripture
1:43:33 - Why Orthodoxy is a Works-Based Religion
2:13:47 - Final Thoughts