Iuliu-Marius Morariu | Arts and Humanities | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Iuliu-Marius Morariu | Arts and Humanities | Young Scientist Award

Dr at Academy of Romanian Scientists, Canada

Iuliu-Marius Morariu (Hieromonk Maxim) is a Romanian priest and scholar, based in Salva, Romania. Since 2014, he has been involved in various ecclesiastical roles, including as Hieromonk and spiritual father of multiple monasteries. He holds leadership positions in the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Canada, working as the exarch of monasteries and ecclesiarch. In addition to his religious duties, he is an active editor for Romanian Orthodox media, contributing to theological and cultural discourse. He is a permanent collaborator of Doxologia.ro and Radio Renaissance. Morariu is also a member of the Academy of Romanian Scientists. His theological and academic endeavors intertwine, bridging religious practice with intellectual pursuits.

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Education šŸŽ“

Morariu’s educational path includes numerous degrees, starting with a B.A. in Theology and History from “Babeș-Bolyai” University, graduating as valedictorian. He holds an M.A. in Pastoral Counseling and Social Psychology, an M.A. in History of Southeastern Europe, and a Ph.D. in Orthodox Theology. His thesis on spiritual autobiography was defended summa cum laude. Further, he completed post-doctoral scholarships and is currently a doctoral candidate in Social Sciences at the Angelicum Pontifical University.

Experience šŸ§‘ā€šŸ«

Since 2014, Hieromonk Maxim has held multiple ecclesiastical positions, including the exarch of the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Canada and ecclesiarch of the ā€œSaint Martyr Georgeā€ Cathedral in Quebec. He also works as a researcher and scientific secretary at the “Ioan Lupaș” Centre of Orthodox Theology at Babeș-Bolyai University. His radio and editorial work include leadership roles in publications like Astra Salvensis, indexed by Scopus, and contributing to ecclesiastical journals.

Awards and Honors šŸ†

Morariu has been recognized for his academic excellence and religious contributions. Notably, he received the “Summa cum Laude” distinction for his Ph.D. thesis in 2019 and has been awarded multiple research scholarships, including the “Vasile PĆ¢rvan” Post-Doctoral Scholarship in Rome. His editorial efforts in journals such as Astra Salvensis and his leadership in religious education have earned him accolades in both academic and ecclesiastical circles.

Research Focus šŸ”

Morariu’s research spans Orthodox theology, social sciences, and history. His Ph.D. research focused on spiritual autobiographies in Orthodox space, while his post-doctoral work examines the intersections of communism, national socialism, and capitalism in the writings of Virgil Gheorghiu. His ongoing scholarly interests involve Christian ethics, the history of Eastern Christianity, and religious identity within modern contexts.

ConclusionšŸ“

Morariu Iuliu-Marius (Hieromonk Maxim) is a highly accomplished individual with impressive academic credentials and a robust record of leadership and scholarly work in both religious and social sciences. His academic achievements, interdisciplinary research, and contributions to public life and spiritual guidance make him a strong candidate for the Young Scientist Award. However, his potential for improvement lies in expanding the integration of his research into broader scientific discourses and increasing his outreach within more secular scientific communities. With these refinements, he could elevate the impact of his work and contribute even more significantly to both academic and societal development.

Publications šŸ“š

  1. Title: Aspects of political theology in the spiritual autobiography of Dag Hammarskjƶld
    Year: 2018
    Author: M. Iuliu-Marius
    Source: HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies, 74(4)

 

  1. Title: An interdisciplinary genre in the Theological Literature: the spiritual autobiography and its landmarks for the Orthodox space
    Year: 2018
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: The Journal of Education, Culture, and Society, 9(1), 145-150

 

  1. Title: Aspects of political theology in the spiritual autobiography of Nicolas Berdiaev
    Year: 2019
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: HTS Theological Studies, 75(4), 1-4

 

  1. Title: The Spiritual Autobiography in the Eastern space in the second half of the XIXth and XXth century
    Year: 2015
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: Astra Salvensis-revista de istorie si cultura, 166-174

 

  1. Title: Ecologyā€“Main concern for the Christian space of the 21st century? Catholic and orthodox perspectives
    Year: 2020
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: Journal for the Study of Religions and Ideologies, 19(56), 124-135

 

  1. Title: Eastern orthodox churches and Ecumenism according to the Holy Pan-Orthodox Council of Crete (2016)
    Year: 2018
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: HTS: Theological Studies, 74(4), 1-5

 

  1. Title: Aspects of political theology in the spiritual autobiographies of the Orthodox space? New potential keys of lecture
    Year: 2017
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: Astra Salvensis, 5(10), 129-133

 

  1. Title: Aspects of political theology in the spiritual autobiography of Saint John of Kronstadt (1829ā€“1908)
    Year: 2018
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: HTS: Theological Studies, 74(4), 1-5

 

  1. Title: BIOETHICS IN THE DISCUSSIONS OF THE PANORTHODOX SYNODE FROM CRETE (2016)
    Year: 2016
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: Astra Salvensis-revista de istorie si cultura, 4(7), 247-254

 

  1. Title: Sociological relevance of the ecological thought of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
    Year: 2019
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: European Journal of Science and Theology, 15(5), 19-25

 

  1. Title: The relevance of humiliation and body pain in the spiritual autobiographies of Saint Teresa of Avila and Saint Silouan the Athonite
    Year: 2019
    Author: I.M. Morariu
    Source: Studia Monastica, 409-415