Theophonia the divine voice

Saint Symeon the New Theologian

Catecheses 21-34 and Two Thanksgivings

The final fourteen catecheses are followed by two extended thanksgivings. Symeon’s account of faith, illumination and the Christian life passes from direct instruction to personal prayer recalling divine gifts and guidance.

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Ofelimou Vivliou, Athens · 1970s; vol2 title1974

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  • Faith and illumination
  • Thanksgiving

Questions for your reading

  • What changes when Symeon moves from addressing his hearers to addressing God in thanksgiving?