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I read about a pretty significant difference between West and East on this. I read that RCC teaches we cannot fully experience God while still in the flesh. We must pass away to be with him. I also read that through metaphysics, which the EO emphasizes and Rome doesn't, it is possible for some to experience God's presence while still in the flesh. Very few have been able to do it but I believe the practice would bring us closer to God even if most of us won't experience his presence on Earth.
First of all, is this true? Second I haven't found much information on how to pray or meditate metaphysically or using metaphysics, I'm not sure how to describe the practice.
All of the questions I ask in here are in an effort to truly understand Orthodoxy not just intellectually but spiritually. Right now I feel the most connected to got at Eucharist. The concept of metaphysics I am very curious about because it seems it's another way to physically connect with God.
So is anyone here knowledgeable about metaphysics? What it is and how we use the concept?
First of all, is this true? Second I haven't found much information on how to pray or meditate metaphysically or using metaphysics, I'm not sure how to describe the practice.
All of the questions I ask in here are in an effort to truly understand Orthodoxy not just intellectually but spiritually. Right now I feel the most connected to got at Eucharist. The concept of metaphysics I am very curious about because it seems it's another way to physically connect with God.
So is anyone here knowledgeable about metaphysics? What it is and how we use the concept?