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Salvation in John Oriental Orthodox Enhanced

The document discusses the Oriental Orthodox perspective on salvation as a mystical union with God through the Incarnation, faithful living, and participation in the Sacraments, highlighting key themes from the Gospel of John. It contrasts these themes with other New Testament writings, emphasizing the theological depth of John's teachings on concepts like Theosis, Baptism, and the Eucharist. Additionally, it explores liturgical symbolism and the various symbols of salvation present in the Gospel of John.

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Salvation in John Oriental Orthodox Enhanced

The document discusses the Oriental Orthodox perspective on salvation as a mystical union with God through the Incarnation, faithful living, and participation in the Sacraments, highlighting key themes from the Gospel of John. It contrasts these themes with other New Testament writings, emphasizing the theological depth of John's teachings on concepts like Theosis, Baptism, and the Eucharist. Additionally, it explores liturgical symbolism and the various symbols of salvation present in the Gospel of John.

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Salvation in the Gospel of John

An Oriental Orthodox Perspective


Oriental Orthodox View on
Salvation
• Salvation is mystical union with God (Theosis),
through the Incarnation, faithful living, and
participation in the Sacraments.
Salvation Themes: John vs Other
Theme
NT
Gospel of John
BooksOther NT Books

Incarnation John 1:14, 17:3 – "The Word Matthew/Luke: Historical birth;


became flesh... This is eternal John gives theological depth.
life: to know You."
Theosis (Union John 15, 17 – “Abide in me” for Gal 2:20, Rom 6: Participation in
with God) union with God. Christ, mystical not just moral.
Baptism John 3:5 – "Born of water and Romans 6:3–5 – Baptism as real
Spirit." union with Christ.
Eucharist John 6:53–56 – "Eat my flesh, Synoptics: Last Supper as
drink my blood..." institution; John gives mystical
meaning.
Role of Faith John 3:16; 17:3 – Faith leads to Gal 5:6 – "Faith working through
transformation and abiding. love", not faith alone.
Holy Spirit John 14–16 – Spirit as Paraclete, Acts 2, Pauline letters: Spirit’s
sanctifier. sanctifying presence.
Church and John 20:22–23 – Apostolic Acts, Epistles: Church’s authority
Sacraments authority, sacraments. interpreted through Johannine
lens.
Liturgical Symbolism in the Gospel
of John
The Gospel of John is deeply liturgical:

• The Lamb of God (John 1:29) – Eucharistic imagery


• Washing of feet (John 13) – Servant priesthood
• High Priestly Prayer (John 17) – Liturgy of the Word
• Pierced side (John 19:34) – Baptism and Eucharist
• 'My Lord and My God' (John 20:28) – Eucharistic confession
Symbols of Salvation in John
(Oriental Liturgical Lens)
Light and Darkness (John 1, 3, 8): Christ is Light of the World → Illuminates baptism and enlightenm

Water and Spirit (John 3, 4, 7, 19): Life-giving waters → Sacramental font of rebirth.

Bread of Life (John 6): Eucharist as real food → Divine nourishment.

Shepherd and Sheep (John 10): Pastoral care → Church as safe fold of salvation.

Vine and Branches (John 15): Theosis → Organic union with Christ.

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