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This paper explores the origins, spiritual practices, and eventual suppression of the Rugul Aprins (The Burning Bush) association. Founded at the Antim Monastery, this group of intellectuals and clergy sought to revive Orthodox mysticism through Hesychasm. The movement is analyzed both as a theological revival and a silent form of spiritual resistance against the burgeoning atheist-communist state of the late 1940s and 1950s. Introduction

The movement is now viewed as a "miracle" of survival for the Romanian Orthodox Church during persecution.

Lectures and spiritual guidance sessions held at Antim Monastery. II. The Political Conflict: Faith vs. Totalitarianism Rugul Aprins

Focus on the "Jesus Prayer" as a way to achieve union with God.

Influence on modern Romanian Orthodox thought and the preservation of monastic traditions. This paper explores the origins, spiritual practices, and

The biblical "Burning Bush" symbolized the unconsumed fire of faith and unceasing prayer.

The Securitate viewed the group as a "counter-revolutionary" conspiracy. Introduction The movement is now viewed as a

The „Rugul Aprins” („The Burning Bush”) Association Between