John 1: The Prologue – In the Beginning Was the Word

About this episode

Bishop Williamson provides a line-by-line commentary on the Prologue of St. John, exploring profound theological concepts.

Recorded in 1996. Bishop Williamson provides a line-by-line commentary on the famous Prologue of St. John (Verses 1-18). This lecture tackles the most profound theological concepts in Scripture regarding the Holy Trinity and the Incarnation. Key topics include: The Logos: Understanding the Greek concept of "The Word" and its eternal pre-existence with God the Father. Creation: How all things were made through Him. The Mystery of the Incarnation: "And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us." Light vs. Darkness: The fundamental spiritual battle introduced in the very first verses.

People in this episode

Host: Bishop Williamson

Topics covered

• The Holy Trinity
• The Incarnation
• The Logos
• Creation
• Light vs. Darkness
• Theological concepts

Keywords

• Holy Trinity
• Incarnation
• Logos
• Creation
• Light vs. Darkness
• Theological commentary

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Books & works: St. John, The Prologue

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