Renunciation
What is renunciation?
The complete rejection of sin, satan and the passion of this world.
What is detachment?
A deeper interior freedom from self-will, pride, and the need for recognition or control.
“I searched for you with my whole ____________. Do not drive me away from your ______________________.” (Psalms 118(9):10)
“I searched for you with my whole heart. Do not drive me away from your commandments.” (Psalms 118(9):10)
What are Abuna Gorgorios II mainly known for?
He is mainly remembered for setting an example to pass the orthodox faith to the next generation through establishing Academies.
What is the title of the book that we are referencing for this class?
Thirty Steps to Heaven
Name 2 of the 8 principles that Abuna Gorgorios II taught his students.
1. development
2. responsibility
3. identity
4. kindness
5. integrity
6. perseverance
7. self-control
8. practical
Name an example of a saint who practiced renunciation.
Saint Teklehaymanot
What is the difference between detachment and renunciation?
While renunciation is turning away from sin, detachment is overcoming one's pride and ego.
“For whoever desires to save his life will _______ it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will __________ it” (Luke 9:23-24)
“For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it” (Luke 9:23-24).
Why do we practice renunciation?
Our home is not of this world. We are here temporarily. We strive to be reunited with God in the Kingdom of Heaven.
How are marriage and monasticism related?
Both are lifelong commitments to something apart from ourselves.
In one of the scenarios we discussed in class, someone was going through depression due to bullying. In what ways would you help this individual?
Answers may vary.
In what ways have you practiced renunciation?
Answers may vary.
Who is our prime example of detachment?
Jesus Christ
“Jesus answered, ‘My Kingdom is not of this ___________. If my kingdom were of this ____________, my followers would fight … But my kingdom is not of this __________” (John 18:36)
“Jesus answered, ‘My Kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my followers would fight … But my kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36)