Family, priest and their place with dying man Cover Image

Rodzina, duchowny i ich miejsce przy umierającym człowieku
Family, priest and their place with dying man

Author(s): Marek Ławreszuk
Subject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Eastern Orthodoxy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu w Białymstoku
Keywords: dying; pastoral theology; prayer; caring for the dying; Orthodoxy

Summary/Abstract: This article deals with issues related to the pastoral care of the dying man. Orthodox Church, pointing to the unconditional commandment of love, which teaches that love and faith builds bonds that even death cannot interrupt. The suffering of a dying man must be compensated by the care that owe family, friends and priests. This article focuses on finding practical tips for contact and care with a dying person. The conclusions drawn from the pastoral experience of theologians and the Orthodox prayer practice clearly confirm the need to involve the clergy and family in the help and support of the dying person.

  • Issue Year: 2017
  • Issue No: 19
  • Page Range: 29-33
  • Page Count: 5
  • Language: Polish