The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations
Gregory of Nazianzus, a pivotal figure in 4th-century Trinitarian theology, significantly influenced the development of Christian doctrine. This article focuses on Gregory’s interpretation of the term μονογενής (“only-begotten”) as applied to the Son of God within the Trinitarian framework, particul...
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| description | Gregory of Nazianzus, a pivotal figure in 4th-century Trinitarian theology, significantly influenced the development of Christian doctrine. This article focuses on Gregory’s interpretation of the term μονογενής (“only-begotten”) as applied to the Son of God within the Trinitarian framework, particularly as articulated in his Five Theological Orations. The analysis reveals that Gregory employed a literal interpretation of μονογενής, meaning “originated” and “offspring,” to describe the Son’s relationship with the Father. This interpretation reflects a broader Greek philosophical view of the divine as existing in a non-temporal, incorporeal realm, which Gregory acknowledges as ultimately mysterious and beyond full human comprehension. This framework, while influential, is not explicitly supported by Scripture. Consequently, this article advocates for a re-evaluation of the μονογενής concept based solely on Scripture, challenging the presuppositions that influenced the classic Trinitarian doctrine. |
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| spelling | oai:theologika.upeu.edu.pe:article/21062025-08-04T15:22:07Z The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations El uso del μονογενής en los cinco discursos teológicos de Gregorio Nacianceno Steger, Walter A. Doctrine of the Trinity, Christology, Patristics, Philosophical presuppositions, Aristotelianism Gregory of Nazianzus, a pivotal figure in 4th-century Trinitarian theology, significantly influenced the development of Christian doctrine. This article focuses on Gregory’s interpretation of the term μονογενής (“only-begotten”) as applied to the Son of God within the Trinitarian framework, particularly as articulated in his Five Theological Orations. The analysis reveals that Gregory employed a literal interpretation of μονογενής, meaning “originated” and “offspring,” to describe the Son’s relationship with the Father. This interpretation reflects a broader Greek philosophical view of the divine as existing in a non-temporal, incorporeal realm, which Gregory acknowledges as ultimately mysterious and beyond full human comprehension. This framework, while influential, is not explicitly supported by Scripture. Consequently, this article advocates for a re-evaluation of the μονογενής concept based solely on Scripture, challenging the presuppositions that influenced the classic Trinitarian doctrine. Gregorio Nacianceno, figura central de la teología trinitaria del siglo IV, influyó significativamente en el desarrollo de la doctrina de la Trinidad. Este artículo se centra en la interpretación que Gregorio hace del término μονογενής (“unigénito”) aplicado al Hijo de Dios dentro del marco trinitario, en particular tal como se expresa en sus cinco discursos teológicos. El análisis revela que Gregorio empleó una interpretación literal de μονογενής, que significa “originado” o “engendrado”, para describir la relación del Hijo con el Padre. Esta interpretación refleja una visión filosófica griega más amplia de lo divino como existente en un ámbito incorpóreo y atemporal, que Gregorio reconoce como en última instancia misterioso y más allá de la comprensión humana plena. Este marco, aunque influyente, no está explícitamente respaldado por las Escrituras. En consecuencia, este artículo aboga por una reevaluación del concepto de μονογενής basado únicamente en la Escritura, desafiando las presuposiciones que influyeron en la doctrina trinitaria clásica. Facultad de Teología de la Universidad Peruana Unión 2024-12-20 info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion Artículo revisado por pares application/pdf https://theologika.upeu.edu.pe/r_theologika/article/view/2106 10.17162/rt.v39i2.2106 Theologika; Vol. 39 No. 2 (2024): Revista Theologika; 136-150 Revista Theologika; Vol. 39 Núm. 2 (2024): Revista Theologika; 136-150 2413-2470 1022-5390 10.17162/rt.v39i2 spa https://theologika.upeu.edu.pe/r_theologika/article/view/2106/2166 Derechos de autor 2024 Walter A. Steger https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 |
| spellingShingle | Doctrine of the Trinity, Christology, Patristics, Philosophical presuppositions, Aristotelianism Steger, Walter A. The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title | The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title_alt | El uso del μονογενής en los cinco discursos teológicos de Gregorio Nacianceno |
| title_full | The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title_fullStr | The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title_full_unstemmed | The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title_short | The use of μονογενής in Gregory of Nazianzus’ Five Theological Orations |
| title_sort | use of μονογενής in gregory of nazianzus five theological orations |
| topic | Doctrine of the Trinity, Christology, Patristics, Philosophical presuppositions, Aristotelianism |
| topic_facet | Doctrine of the Trinity, Christology, Patristics, Philosophical presuppositions, Aristotelianism |
| url | https://theologika.upeu.edu.pe/r_theologika/article/view/2106 |
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