“...as I replied to HD earlier, I would rather see the Assyrians go to the Church of the West then to remain in the Church that is Christologically flawed (Nestorian). I am actually, quite happy for those who returned to the Church! :)
The issue on the other thread had to do with ecclesiology, not theology, namely Rome accepting a bishop under discipline from his own Synod. That sort of interference in the workings of a synod of bishops within the Apostolic Succession is among the concerns which Orthodox people have about reunion with Rome.
Theologically speaking, to the extent that the Assyrians are still and in fact Nestorians, it goes without saying that those faithful are better off with Rome and a more correct Christology than remaining Nestorian heretics. Fleeing heresy, however, was not what motivated these people.
I agree, but Rome did not actively interfere. The Bishop left on his own.
Theologically speaking, to the extent that the Assyrians are still and in fact Nestorians, it goes without saying that those faithful are better off with Rome and a more correct Christology than remaining Nestorian heretics. Fleeing heresy, however, was not what motivated these people
I really don't know what motivated these people. From his letter, the Bishop seems to outline the Petrine supremacy as interpreted by the Latins. Whether he really believes it or whether that was his 'way out' is not mine to determine.