Which of the Following Distinguishes Athanasius's Understanding of Union with God

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following distinguishes Athanasius's understanding of union with God from Origen's?

• A) Unlike Origen, Athanasius believed that one could not experience a union with God in this life
• B) Unlike Origen, Athanasius believed that a union with God could only come through mystical contemplation
• C) Unlike Origen, Athanasius believed that only monks could attain union with God in this life
• D) Unlike Origen, Athanasius believed that our physical experience of faith draws us into the direct encounter with God

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