Gregory of Nyssa

c. 335 – 395 · Cappadocia

Biography

Brother of Basil and youngest Cappadocian Father; a metaphysician and mystical theologian.

Concepts create idols; only wonder grasps anything.
Life of Moses 2

Writings

  • Against Eunomius
  • On the Soul and the Resurrection
  • Life of Moses

Influence

Founded classical Christian mystical theology and refined Nicene metaphysics.