If I quoted something of Merton's that was not orthodox, I would rightly be corrected, even admonished. Given that what I posted is orthodox as far as I can tell, I took your warning as an unnecessary sweeping generalization.
Now, if you can show me that his quote I posted is "Buddhist" I am more than ready tor retract my post.
I agree with the warning as opposed to anathema sit for early Merton and so to for Tertullian and Origen. Kosta, just wanted mention that we don’t call either Tertullian or Origen saints. But your right, Kalo, we westerners do seem enamored with them. Probably our western bias. :) I think Tertullian denied the virgin birth ?? or was that the perpetual virginity. Interesting because he went a stray under the influence of a woman who, I believe, had less than a virginal reputation. Does anyone have details on that?
I thk we all agree pretty much an many things here. I’ve been enjoying this.
Ave Maria!