Spiritual Discussions (archive)
An investigation into central fundamental issues such as the meaning of life, our calling, the search for truth, the choice of the spiritual way. Additionally, we investigate other themes, such as dogmatic purity and the recognition of one’s own tradition. All these and more are discussed by the participants of Spiritual Discussions.
What are the Church’s responses to these challenging questions? What is the relationship between the spiritual and material aspects of life? Is it possible to reach perfection in this life? How does one carry out the commandments of Christianity? What should be our attitude towards various sects? How should we protect our children and ourselves from “spiritual deformations”? Thorough responses and discussions to these questions and other important issues will be heard in Spiritual Discussions.
World View
Definitions of world view. The Christian worldview of the world and life. The church has a peacemaking function during clashes between different worldviews.
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
- Host: Manuk Hergnyan
The Wedding at Cana
The approach of Christian teaching to human joys. Temperance and limits in carnal pleasures. The importance of the intercession of saints for a person's spiritual life.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Priesthood
What is priesthood? Functions of priests. Why and how to become a priest. Priesthood and prophecy. Priests, like everyone else, are fallible people who strive for purity. What kind of salary do priests receive?
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
- Host: Manuk Hergnyan
Armenian Genocide
Why did Armenian Genocide happen? Analysis of the religious, historical, political and other causes of the Armenian Genocide. The consequences of the Genocide in the life and psychology of the Armenian people. How to return to the right path as a nation.
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
Sufferings
What is the meaning of the word “suffering”? Conscious and involuntary suffering. A true Christian must be able to endure and overcome suffering. Joyful mourning. Condolence is an important part of coping with grief.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Resurrection
The mystery of the Resurrection is the foundation of the Christian faith. Spiritual resurrection is about deliverance from sins and walking towards Christ. With the resurrection of Christ, all people were given the opportunity of salvation.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Palm Sunday
The reason behind observing the Palm Sunday feast. Palm Sunday symbolizes the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. The etymology of the word “Hosanna.” The decisive role of Palm Sunday in the life of Christians.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Accountability, Sunday of Advent
The second coming of Christ․ Man's responsibility before God. What comes next for responsibility? Internal and external responsibility.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Politics and Morality
How compatible are politics and morality? Description of a moral person. Leadership implies strong moral standards and virtue.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Prayer; Sunday of the Judge
Patience and effort are needed in praying. Relating the Parable of the Judge to the importance of prayer. One of the main ways of prayer is true repentance.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Attention
Perceptions of the notion of attention in everyday and spiritual life. Demonstrations of inattention and the fight against them. How to read spiritual literature correctly?
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Man and Woman as One Body
Marriage has a great psychological impact on the wife and the husband. With love, spouses become one and unite. The dangers of homosexuality.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Falsehood and Hypocrisy
What is falsehood? Manifestations of falsehood in different areas of life. Humility is an integral part of avoiding falsehood.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is one of the key Christian virtues. How does a Christian walk the path of forgiveness? Does forgiveness have limit? Does forgiveness take away punishment?
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
- Host: Manuk Hergnyan
Good and Evil
The essence of the concept of "good." Evil is not an entity, but a state. Accumulation of the awareness of goodness in societies.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Marriage
Why do people get married? Hierarchy of the “owner” and “obedient” phenomena. The difference in family values in the West and the East. What are the restrictions for a wife and husband?
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
- Host: Manuk Hergnyan
First Council of Nicaea
What is special about ecumenical councils? All the churches of the world are involved in an ecumenical council. What theological issues were discussed during the Council of Nicaea? Consubstantiality of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Civic Consciousness
The emergence of the word and phenomenon of "citizenship." The concept of "citizenship" today. Rights and responsibilities arising from civic consciousness. Does dual citizenship carry risks?
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Obsession with Glory
Etymology of the Armenian word “paramolutiun” (obsession with glory). The differences between glory and honor. Obsession with glory is vanity. It arises from pride. How to deal with the love for glory? Small acts of humility are an effective way to combat this vice.
- Speaker: Fr. Dajad Davidian
- Host: Manuk Hergnyan
Human Relations
Human-God and human-human relationships. Value regulations are necessary in human relations. Various expressions of humility.
- Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
- Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan