Russian iconographer Leonid Ouspensky admits in the book The Meaning of Icons: “The Fathers of the Church used the instrument of Greek philosophy, adapting its understanding and language to Christian theology. ” ​ — Compare Colossians 2: 8.
Vene ikonograaf Leonid Uspenski nendib raamatus The Meaning of Icons: „Kirikuisad kasutasid kreeka filosoofia vahendeid, kohandades selle arusaamad ja keele kristlikusse teoloogiasse. ” — Võrdle Koloslastele 2: 8.