Maximus the Confessor
Byzantine monk, theologian and philosopher (c. 580–662), leading opponent of Monothelitism; persecuted, mutilated and exiled for his defense of Orthodox Christology; venerated as a saint in Eastern Orthodoxy and recognized as an important theological figure in Western Christianity.
Books
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1. On The Cosmic Mystery Of Jesus Christ
This work presents a dense theological meditation on Christ as the cosmic Logos whose incarnation and passion restore and transfigure the whole creation; it explores how the divine and human natures unite in one person to heal the fallen cosmos, reveal the hidden meaning of the universe, and lead creatures into deifying communion with God. Through scriptural exegesis, metaphysical reflection, and spiritual exhortation, it emphasizes Christ’s role as mediator and eschatological center—bringing renewal, order, and theosis to humanity and all creation.
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2. Two Hundred Chapters On Theology
A concise, systematic handbook of Christian mystical theology and spiritual guidance that explains how creation is drawn into communion with God through the incarnation, sanctification, and ascetic practice; it treats Christological and anthropological themes (including the relationship of divine and human wills), the nature of holiness and virtue, divine providence, and the ultimate restoration of creation, blending scriptural exegesis and patristic reflection to instruct the believer in the path to deification.
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