Maximus the Confessor

Μάξιμος ὁ Ὁμολογητής (Known as "Maximus the Theologian")

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Born c. 580 CE

Constantinople, Byzantine Empire

Passed Away Aug 13, 0662 Schemarion Fortress, Lazica

Lifespan 82 years old

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Notice / Correction

"If you truly love God, you will banish passions; and you banish passions through spiritual knowledge and virtuous action."

Archival Overview

Titan of Byzantine theology who steadfastly defended Christ's two natural wills against Monothelitism, suffering the severing of his tongue and right hand for his confession.

Biographical Record

Maximus the Confessor (c. 580–662 CE) resigned his post as imperial secretary to enter monasticism, becoming the leading theologian of the seventh century.

He vigorously contested imperial Monothelitism, demonstrating that Christ must possess both a human will and a divine will to redeem human freedom.

Key Life Milestones

649

Lateran Synod of Rome

Assisted Pope Martin I in codifying orthodox dyothelitism at the Lateran Council.

662

Mutilation and Exile to the Caucasus

Tortured, had his tongue and hand amputated, and died in Georgian exile for orthodox doctrine.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Monastery of Saint Maximus
Tsageri, Georgia

                         GPS: 42.6483, 42.7667                    

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