Kallistos Ware
Born in 1934
Theology
His Excellency, the Most Reverend Metropolitan Kallistos (Ware) of Diokleia, born Timothy Ware in 1934, is a prominent figure in Eastern Orthodox Christianity.
He served as the Spalding Lecturer of Eastern Orthodox Studies at Oxford University from 1966 to 2001.
A titular metropolitan of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Great Britain, he is renowned for his numerous books and articles on Orthodox faith.
His work has been instrumental in introducing Orthodox theology and spirituality to Western audiences.
Ware's academic background and his position within the Orthodox Church have made him a respected authority on Eastern Christian traditions and practices.