Behalf Quote by Maximus the Confessor
“If the divine Logos of God the Father became son of man and man so that He might make men gods and the sons of God, let us believe that we shall reach the realm where Christ Himself now is; for He is the head of the whole body (cf. Col. 1:18), and endued with our humanity has gone to the Father as forerunner on our behalf. God will stand 'in the midst of the congregation of gods' (Ps. 82:1 LXX) - that is, of those who are saved - distributing the rewards of that realm's blessedness to those found worthy to receive them, not separated from them by any space.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On the Incarnation, 7th century
The passage teaches that through Christ’s incarnation humanity can become divine, sharing in God’s realm and rewards.
In simple terms: Christ makes humans divine; we share God’s realm.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine union through Christ.
Themes
theity
incarnation
salvation
divine union
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- worship
- personal transformation
- ethical living
Key Concepts
Theosis
participation in divine nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we embody divine qualities daily?
- What does “the head of the whole body” mean for community?
A Different Perspective
Human effort alone cannot achieve deification without divine grace.
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