Spiritual Discussions (archive)

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.

On Seeking the Kingdom of God
20/08/2024

On Seeking the Kingdom of God

Why and how to seek the kingdom of God? The kingdom of heaven is the state of union with God. Being near and far from the kingdom of God.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

Historical Self-Knowledge of Humans
16/08/2024

Historical Self-Knowledge of Humans

Genre specificity of the Bible. Is the Bible only a historical book? What is the role of knowledge of history in the self-knowledge of a nation? Living history.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Dreams
14/08/2024

Dreams

Why are many revelations given to people through dreams? Dreams can have both divine and demonic origin. Types of dreams according to St. Grigor Tatevatsi.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
God's Justice and Mercy
13/08/2024

God's Justice and Mercy

Demonstrations of God's justice and mercy throughout the process of creation. God and the judgment of humans. There is no contradiction between God's love and justice.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Incarnation of the Logos
11/08/2024

Incarnation of the Logos

By the action of the Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ was incarnated from the Virgin Mary. Why does the New Testament present Joseph’s genealogy? The notion of the "Son of Abraham."

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

The Presence of God
09/08/2024

The Presence of God

God is both transcendent and present in His creation. God is present in the lives of Christians who live a spiritual life. The unity of the Holy Trinity.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Possessions and Charity
06/08/2024

Possessions and Charity

Why does human identity dissolve into material realities? Charity is the greatest virtue by which humans lay up treasures for themselves in heaven.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Suffering
04/08/2024

Suffering

What is suffering; what are the types of suffering? Suffering is an integral part of human life. Facing and overcoming suffering.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

Spiritual Fruitfulness
28/07/2024

Spiritual Fruitfulness

Human nature is endowed with creative powers. The fruits of repentance. The contrast between the fruits of the Spirit and the bodily desires.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Temptation to Sin
20/07/2024

Temptation to Sin

What is temptation to sin? By intentionally tempting others to sin, a person voluntarily becomes an instrument of evil. It is with spiritual alertness that we should make judgments and decisions.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Humility
12/07/2024

Humility

The Christian path is insurmountable without humility. Ways of expression of humility. How one deviates from the path of humility.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan

 

Soul and Body After Death
08/07/2024

Soul and Body After Death

The existence of an afterlife is an integral part of the Christian faith. Death is the temporary separation of body and soul. What is agony? The basic powers of the soul persist after a person's death. Righteous and sinful souls. Incorruptible body.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Transfiguration-Vardavar
07/07/2024

Transfiguration-Vardavar

Vardavar is one of the five major feasts of the Armenian Church. The mystery and meaning of Vardavar. God is the perfect and uncreated eternal Light․ One of the greatest revelations of the Holy Trinity occurs during the transfiguration of Jesus.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Power
01/07/2024

Power

How did power originate as a phenomenon? The perils of seeking secular power. The inseparable bond of power and humility.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
On Moving Away from God and Approaching God
26/06/2024

On Moving Away from God and Approaching God

How does a person sin? The evil one creates invisible snares to lead people down the path of sin. To remain in sin for a long time can be irreversible for a person.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Lying
22/06/2024

Lying

What is a lie, a dishonesty? What is truth, what role does it play in a human’s life? Humans are God-seeking beings. The main reasons for lying. Confession of sins is an opportunity for people to let go of falsehood.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Love
16/06/2024

Love

The tri-unity of hope, faith, and love. The love expressed toward the Lord God and neighbor. The path to true love is full of temptations.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Knowledge of God
07/06/2024

Knowledge of God

The variety and at the same time the limitation of the Divine names. Knowledge of God is a gradual phenomenon, and closeness to God depends on the level of spiritual awareness. Degrees of knowledge according to Dionysius the Areopagite.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Alterations of Faith
01/06/2024

Alterations of Faith

Faith is the basis of spiritual life. Delusions of evil aim to alter and weaken the foundations of human's faith. Superstition.

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan
Spiritual Life
28/05/2024

Spiritual Life

What initiates spiritual life? What does spiritual awareness give people? A Christian must experience great inner spiritual changes. False humility is a more complex type of pride that should be avoided at all costs. What is the role of the Church in the development of a human’s spiritual life?

  • Speaker: Fr. Mesrop Aramian
  • Host: Deacon Ara Nalchajyan