Q&A: St Symeon the New Theologian on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit

This is the question and answer section from the talk given by Fr. Maxym titled "St Symeon the New Theologian on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit." This talk was given on October 20, 2021.
00:00 - Q1. Is the baptism in the Holy Spirit sudden or is it gradual?
04:57 - Q2. How do we understand repentance as something that we do but is also a gift?
10:34 - Q3. What is the difference between following the commandments and virtue?
14:13 - Q4. Where does the day of Pentecost fit in St. Symeon's teaching?
19:19 - Q5. What is the role of the spiritual father in St. Symeon's teaching?
Father Maxym is the pastor of Christ the Saviour Orthodox Church, a parish of the Patriarchate of Constantinople located in the heart of Canada’s capital.
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