Theosis: The True Purpose of Human Life
| Author | Archimandrite George (Kapsanis) |
|---|---|
| Original title | Η θέωσις, ως σκοπός της ζωής του ανθρώπου |
| Translator | Archimandrite George |
| Language | Greek (original), English (translated) |
| Subject | Christian theology, Eastern Orthodox theology, Theosis |
| Genre | Non-fiction, religious |
| Publisher | Holy Monastery of St. Gregorios, Mount Athos |
Publication date | 1992 |
| Publication place | Greece |
Published in English | 1997 |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Pages | 47 |
| ISBN | 9798861946926 |
| OCLC | 1432090743 |
Theosis: The True Purpose of Human Life is a book written by Archimandrite George (Kapsanis) at the Holy Monastery of Gregoriou on Mount Athos. First published in 1992, the book explores the concept of theosis (deification), the Eastern Orthodox understanding of deification and divinization, as the ultimate purpose of human life.
The author presents theosis as the original goal of Christian life and exclaims that union with God and his Kingdom is the intended path for all humans. The book has been translated and republished multiple times, with subsequent editions released in 1997, 2001, and 2006. Archimandrite George was also involved in translating the works into other languages.