"Behold, I make all things new"
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This article is the transcription of a plenary conference delivered by Bishop Kallistos Ware at the 12th Orthodox Congress of Western Europe, whose theme was drawn from the Book of Revelation: "Behold, I make all things new" (Rev 21:5). Adopting both a theological and meditative approach, the author explores the nature of the newness brought by Christ, distinguishing between a superficial newness and a radical newness: the eschatological irruption of the age to come into the present age. Drawing on the Transfiguration, the Resurrection, and eucharistic theology, Ware shows that Christ does not abolish the existing creation but transfigures it. The theological contribution of this conference lies in the articulation between eschatology, paschal joy, the eucharistic vocation of humanity, and ecological responsibility, enriched by references to Schmemann, Staniloae, and Nicolas Velimirovich.
This article has not been translated yet — it is available in its French version here.
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