Episodes

  • 030 - Chap 30

    030 - Chap 30
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    15 mins
  • 029 - Chap 29

    029 - Chap 29
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    22 mins
  • 028 - Chap 28

    028 - Chap 28
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    8 mins
  • 027 - Chap 27

    027 - Chap 27
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    16 mins
  • 026 - Chap 26

    026 - Chap 26
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    15 mins
  • 025 - Chap 25

    025 - Chap 25
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    11 mins
  • 024 - Chap 24

    024 - Chap 24
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    9 mins
  • 023 - Chap 23

    023 - Chap 23
    Feb 10 2026
    In the wake of the heresy propagated by Arius, which diminished the dignity of the Holy Ghost alongside that of the Son, St. Basil was compelled to clarify the true nature of the Holy Spirit. Arius claimed that the Three Persons of the Holy Trinity were fundamentally different in essence and glory. While the Nicene Creed provided clarity regarding the Son, it left the doctrine of the Holy Spirit somewhat ambiguous—not due to uncertainty, but because this aspect of Arian thought was less pronounced. In 374, Amphilochius, a close relative and spiritual confidant of Basil, encouraged him to address this crucial issue by composing a treatise. St. Basil embraced this challenge, ultimately completing his work and dedicating it to Amphilochius, who would ensure its preservation by having it meticulously copied onto parchment.
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    3 mins