16 episodes
Schmemann Speaks St Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary
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- Religion & Spirituality
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5.0 • 33 Ratings
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Schmemann Speaks is a podcast featuring the words and wisdom of Fr Alexander Schmemann (1921–1983), from the archives of St Vladimir's Seminary. His words—captured decades ago—are anything but dated. They are further proof that Fr Alexander remains a voice for our time. The podcast is part of St Vladimir's "Year of Schmemann" celebrations, commemorating 100 years since the birth of the Seminary's beloved and renowned former dean and professor.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IX
The discussion concerning temple imagery continues, and Fr Alexander also explores the nature of sacrifice and how it relates to Mary.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VIII
Father Alexander explores the theme of the temple—one of the key symbols of Christian faith and doctrine, and discusses what the Church means by associating Mary so strongly with temple imagery.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VII
In this episode, Fr Alexander discusses Mary as the new Eve, Eve as fundamental to mankind becoming fully itself, and woman as the climax of the world given to us. He also explains why the creation and relationship of man and woman is so critical to Christian theology.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part VI
As he explores the Feast of Nativity, Fr Alexander defines the "double mystery" of Mary's virginity and points to Old Testament prophecies. He also explains why it is important that Mary is NOT an "exception" within the human race, in contrast with Western theology.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part V
Fr Alexander speaks about the liturgical poetry of the Feast of Nativity, and he stresses the importance of properly understanding the virginity of Mary—that it is not about absence, but fullness.
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Mary: The 'Well-Guarded Secret', Part IV
Father Alexander discusses the miracle of the virgin birth, first addressing what is a miracle and what is not.