Grigore Palamas

Grigore Palamas (1296-1359) was a Byzantine theologian and a prominent figure in the Orthodox Church, known for his defense of the mystical experience of God's uncreated light. His works, particularly 'The Triads,' articulate the distinction between God's essence and energies, arguing that humans can experience divine grace through prayer and contemplation. Palamas's thoughts influenced the hesychast movement, emphasizing the importance of inner stillness and the pursuit of divine communion, and his theological contributions have had a lasting impact on Eastern Orthodox spirituality.