What does'hesychasm' aim to achieve according to Palamas?
Intellectual knowledge
Divine vision
Ceremonial purity
Ascetic isolation
Answer
Hesychasm strives for the mystical experience of'theosis,' or union with God, through contemplative prayer, stillness, and silence. It involves physical, mental, and spiritual practices to quiet the mind and focus attention on the heart. According to Palamas, this practice allows the individual to experience the uncreated light of God, which is the essence of divine grace and knowledge.
The Enlightened Mind: Unveiling the Wisdom of Gregory Palamas
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