The Prolegomena of Agapology -- an Emergent World Journal

  The Space Between Us   In Agaposofia, " the space between us " is interpreted as both a relational and ontological concept, deeply tied to love ( agape ) and the presence of the divine. This space is not a void but a dynamic field of grace, where the relational nature of human beings is revealed and fulfilled; depending upon the will and decisions made by persons in the encounter.   The Space as Sacred Ground The space between us is charged with potential divine energies (Grace), where the Logoi of each person meet. This intersection is not merely a ‘meeting of individuals’ but the contact moment and space between two or more persons; it is a participatory eikon of the relational life of the Holy Trinity, where love flows unceasingly between Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.   As beings created in the eikon theou (Image of God), this space becomes the arena for synergy —a co-working of human intentionality and divine action to realize unity in love.   ...

Upon What is Agaposofia Based? Definition: Agaposofia is grounded in a framework known as Agapic Ontological Personalism . This philosophy integrates the relational emphasis of Agapic Personalism with the metaphysical depth of Agapic Ontology, forming a unified vision of the person as both a relational being and a metaphysical reality rooted in love. It posits that the essence of human existence (ontology) is intrinsically tied to agape (selfless love) and that ultimate fulfillment is found in relational communion with God and others. Key Features of Agapic Ontological Personalism 1. Ontological Grounding of the Person Every person is a unique hypostasis , whose being is sustained and given purpose by divine love (agape). The person’s ontological structure is inherently relational, oriented toward communion with others and God, rather than being self-contained or autonomous. 2. Relational Nature of Existence The person exists as a being-in-relationship , with love as both the f...