On Being Other is Metropolitan John Zizioulas comprehensive exploration of Trinitarian theology, intersecting cosmology, ethics, and even fields like psychology and physics.
Zizioulas examines the concept of the “Other,” critiquing Western interpretations as somewhat incomplete and advocating for a view of existence as a divine gift rooted in otherness. He integrates creation and salvation within this framework of divine generosity, challenging conventional perspectives and guiding readers towards a richer understanding of Christian faith.
Drawing on Scripture, the Greek and Desert Fathers, and engaging with philosophers like Levinas, Sartre, and Heidegger, Zizioulas anchors his arguments in Orthodox tradition. He explores human anthropology through the lenses of creation, the Fall, and Christology, presenting humanity as inherently relational and called to the eternal triune life.
This work stands as a significant, insightful, and accessible contribution to contemporary Orthodoxy.
