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Barlaamites

The followers of Barlaam, a Calabrian abbot. He was an opponent of the Hesychasts, mystics among the monks of Mount Athos, who believed that by bringing the body into a state of perfect repose and fixing their gaze steadily on their own navels, they were able to cultivate the " inner light." Barlaam called them " omphalopsychi," and accused them of believing in two Gods, a God invisible, and a God visible. A Council held at Constantinople A.D. 1340 supported the Hesychasts and condemned Barlaam.

citations: Encyc. of Rel., Canney

article created 2006-04-12 , last updated 2006-04-12

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