Archimandrite Filotheos Dedes, Director of Church Construction at the Holy Synod and cleric of the Archdiocese of Athens, reflects on one of the most dramatic and theologically profound nights of the Christian tradition. At the heart of the discussion lies the Last Supper—the final gathering of Christ with His disciples. Particular emphasis is given to Christ’s prayer in Gethsemane, one of the most moving moments in the Gospels, where human anguish and the free acceptance of divine will are vividly expressed. The narrative culminates in Christ’s arrest, marking the beginning of the Passion, and His stance in the face of violence and injustice.
Father Filotheos also explores the figure of Judas—the unrepentant disciple, who, as he notes, “carries a darkness within him.” He further reflects on the profound loneliness experienced by Christ in the final hours before His arrest and Crucifixion.
Through this discussion, the theological, symbolic, and existential dimensions of this night are brought to light, highlighting its timeless message for humanity: the responsibility of choice, the power of humility, and love as an act of freedom.
Produced and presented by Stavroula Karali
Sound editing: Kostas Kyriakakis