I just finished this classic work by Meyendorff on St. Gregory Palamas. My initial reaction: wow! This book has entered my Top 10 list of all-time favorites.

The book is divided into two parts: the history of the man is part one, and then an overview of his thought is part two.

Part one is very interesting as it puts the controversies surrounding Palamas in context and explains both the theological and political reasoning behind those who opposed him, as well as his own motivations.

Part two is especially impressive. I must admit, I have struggled to understand even the basics of Palamite theology. Yet Meyendorff does a superb job of explaining his thought without dumbing down the content.

From reading this book, I have gained a great appreciation for this brilliant - and saintly - theologian of the East.

I got the book at the library, but now that I have finished, I want to purchase it just to have it in my own library!

Has anyone else read this book?

Great book. Can't wait to see the movie!

Francis,

In fact, I've read the book and it's sitting right next to me as I type.

This is no longer in print, and is more scholarly. A still in print version for your average reader also exists, called "St Gregory Palamas and Orthodox Spirituality". I highly recommend that one as well.