The Greek term hesychia (ἡσυχία, Greek pronunciation: [isiˈçia]) is a concept that can be translated as "stillness, rest, quiet, silence".[1]
In the Eastern Orthodox Christian mystical tradition of hesychasm, hesychia refers to a state of stillness and peace that is obtained through extreme ascetical struggle, prayer, and the constant contemplation of God. The attainment of hesychia is a central theme discussed in hesychast literature.
Chapter 2 of the Systematic Sayings of the Desert Fathers is dedicated to the topic of hesychia.[2]
The term is also used in Neoplatonic texts such as the Enneads.[3]
Equivalent terms in other languages include Syriac shelya (šelya).[4]
 | This Christianity-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
 | This philosophy-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |