Welcome TO The Jesus Prayer

The Jesus Prayer is a short, repetitive Christian prayer that says, "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me." It is often used in silent meditation to focus on God's presence.

The Jesus Prayer is historically important because it has been a central practice in Eastern Orthodox Christianity for centuries. It is closely linked to the Hesychast tradition, a mystical movement that emphasized inner stillness and continuous prayer. Monks on Mount Athos and other spiritual centers used it as a way to seek deep union with God. Over time, it became a key part of Christian contemplative practice, influencing both Eastern and Western spiritual traditions.

This six-part course provides a basic introduction to the history, theology, and practical techniques of The Jesus Prayer. It includes an introductory survey, a mid-course survey, and a final survey. By completing the course and taking these three surveys, you will help scientists study how The Jesus Prayer affects human psychology, spirituality, and behavior.

In this first teaching session, you will learn the Biblical origins of The Jesus Prayer and its history in ancient desert Christianity.

In this session, we will explore God's mercy more deeply.

This session presents traditional Christian perspectives on the nature of the human mind.

Here, we explore Christian spiritual teachings about the heart.

Session 5 explores variations in The Jesus Prayer, and when you may wish to use them.

In our final session, we explore traditional Christian teachings on divine union.