In The Power of the Name, Metropolitan Kallistos Ware—renowned theologian and monk of the Orthodox Church—offers a profound introduction to one of the oldest and most powerful traditions of contemplative prayer: the Jesus Prayer. This short but insightful volume explains how the simple invocation, “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me,” can become a path to the heart, a way of opening oneself to the presence of God.
Exploring the theological foundations and spiritual implications of the Jesus Prayer, Ware draws from the wisdom of the Desert Fathers, the Philokalia, and centuries of Orthodox Christian mysticism. This book is ideal for anyone seeking a deeper personal prayer life, especially those drawn to hesychasm, silence, and inner stillness.
Whether you are Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant, or spiritually curious, The Power of the Name invites you into a rich tradition of contemplative practice that transcends denominational boundaries.