Orthodox conscience and pragmatic thought

This article takes the form of an interview given by Jean-Claude Polet, a Belgian academic of Orthodox faith, to a Romanian journalist. The exchange focuses on the relationship between Orthodox consciousness and pragmatic thought, questioning the place of Christian faith in the contemporary world. The author examines how the Orthodox Church can articulate fidelity to Tradition with engagement in a modernity dominated by utilitarian and pragmatic logic. The central idea is that Orthodox faith cannot be reduced to a defensive or nostalgic posture, but must translate into an active and renewed presence in the world. On a theological level, the interview contributes to reflection on the mission of the Church in a Western context, offering reference points for a contemporary articulation between Orthodox spiritual experience and engagement in society.