Homily 52: The Entry of the Theotokos
Palamas connects Mary’s entry into the Holy of Holies with God’s purpose to renew humanity through the Incarnation. The opening contrasts Adam’s fall through deception with the new Adam’s work of restoration.
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Greek edition · TB-1101
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Key themes
- Theotokos and Incarnation
- The renewal of humanity
Questions for your reading
- How does Palamas connect the feast of the Entry with the need for a new Adam?
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