Dionysius the Areopagite

Dionysius the Areopagite was a Christian theologian and philosopher from the late 5th to early 6th century, often identified with a figure mentioned in the New Testament. He is best known for his influential writings on mystical theology, the nature of God, and the hierarchy of angels. His works blend Christian thought with Neoplatonism, emphasizing the transcendence of God and the mystery of divine experience. His ideas shaped medieval philosophy and Christian mysticism, leading to significant developments in how God and the spiritual realm are understood in Western thought.