Poemen, Pedagogue of the Desert: Judging to Discernment to Compassion

The article explores the teachings and actions of Poemen, a desert father in early monasticism, focusing on themes of judging, discernment, and compassion. It highlights Poemen's honesty, empathy, and willingness to seek guidance and self-reflection. The article also discusses two stories, Mose...

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Autore principale: Vivian, Tim 1951- (Autore)
Tipo di documento: Elettronico Articolo
Lingua:Inglese
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Pubblicazione: [publisher not identified] 2024
In: The American Benedictine review
Anno: 2024, Volume: 75, Fascicolo: 1, Pagine: 25-38
Altre parole chiave:B Teachers
B Human origins
B Adultery
B Compassion
B Deserts
B Siblings
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Riepilogo:The article explores the teachings and actions of Poemen, a desert father in early monasticism, focusing on themes of judging, discernment, and compassion. It highlights Poemen's honesty, empathy, and willingness to seek guidance and self-reflection. The article also discusses two stories, Moses 2 and Poemen 6, which illustrate the consequences of judgmentalism and the importance of compassion and forgiveness. It encourages readers to practice discernment, compassion, and forgiveness in their daily lives. The text also discusses the concept of Greek charis, drawing connections to biblical references and emphasizing the importance of discernment, patience, and compassion in the monastic life.
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