Printed version of the fourth issue

In the present issue, the discussion opens with Augustine’s view on the vision of God, a position that exerted a decisive influence on the formation of Latin theology and is set in clear contrast to the Greek theological tradition, as expressed in the work of Gregory Palamas, who upheld the possibility of a direct experience of the uncreated light. Within the same framework of theological and philosophical reflection, *The Murderess* by Alexandros Papadiamantis is subsequently examined as a characteristic point of convergence between ancient Greek and Christian pessimism. In addition, hagiographical texts from the Palaiologan period are analyzed, approached not only as spiritual readings but also as valuable historical sources of social criticism. This is followed by a study of the work of Al. Kosmatopoulos, emphasizing both the enduring presence of violence in historical experience and the highlighting of hesychastic practice as an alternative spiritual stance. Within this theological framework, it is underscored that Baptism constitutes the foundation of the believer’s incorporation into the ecclesial body and must be inextricably linked with Orthodox faith. Finally, the postmodern theory of Gianni Vattimo’s “weak thought” is presented, proposing a model of Christianity freed from metaphysical certainties and grounded primarily in love and dialogue.