On the Cosmic Mystery of Jesus Christ

Popular Patristics Series Volume 25

ISBN: 978-0-88141-249-9, 9780881412499

This collection introduces readers to the profound theological insights of St. Maximos the Confessor, one of the most influential Byzantine theologians. Maximos offers a vision of Christ that encompasses both the cosmos and the human experience, addressing questions that remain relevant today.

The book features key writings from two of his major works—Ambigua (Difficulties) and Questions to Thalassius—as well as a Christological treatise previously unavailable in English. These writings explore the mystery of Christ as the unifying center of creation, bridging the divine and human, heaven and earth.

Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding of theology, spirituality, or the meaning of Christ’s role in the universe, this book offers a rare opportunity to engage with the thought of a saint whose insights continue to resonate across centuries. On the Cosmic Mystery of Jesus Christ invites you to reflect on how Christ transforms not only individuals but all of creation.

About the Translators:  Paul M. Blowers is Professor of Church History at Emmanuel School of Religion and a historian of early and Byzantine Christianity. Robert Louis Wilken is the William R. Kenan, Jr Professor of the History of Christianity at the University of Virginia.