What does the term "Palamite" refer to?
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A follower of Palamism
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The term "Palamite" refers to a follower of Palamism, a theological and mystical school of thought within Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Palamism emphasizes the distinction between the essence and energies of God, holding that God's essence is unknowable but His uncreated energies are accessible through prayer, asceticism, and spiritual contemplation. The teachings of Palamism were influential in shaping the spiritual practices and theological doctrines of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
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