The first chapter of the Gospel of John sets out in very concise terms a fairly complex theological notion, the concept of the Logos, popularized by pre-Christian neo-platonic philosophy and adapted to trinitarian theology by the Gospel writer. This presentation will discuss linguistic insights to be gained from the original Greek text as well as the implications of the Christian conception. Logos theology provides some answers to those who find science and faith irreconcilable.
Dr. Chriss is a seasoned professional with a background in law, history, political science, religious scholarship, and ethics. In his legal career, Dr. Chriss has been a prominent trial and appellate lawyer, handling complex cases in areas such as insurance, property damage, and personal injury. Notably, he has tried and handled appeals for multi-million-dollar cases, focusing on significant appeals to the highest courts in Texas. Currently, he serves as chair-elect of the Appellate Section of the State Bar of Texas and has been recognized for his outstanding professionalism and integrity with the Ethics Center’s Chief Justice Jack Pope Professionalism Award.
Beyond his legal expertise, Dr. Chriss is a scholar with a diverse academic journey. From earning his law degree at Harvard Law School to studying Eastern Orthodox Christian Theology at the National University of Lebanon, he holds multiple post-graduate degrees. His academic pursuits have delved into various disciplines, including Eastern Christian church history, canon law, the writings of Joseph Campbell and Ernest Hemingway, and Texas political and legal history.
While maintaining a busy law practice, Dr. Chriss has contributed to education within the Texas A&M University System, teaching subjects like Judicial Politics, Political and Moral Philosophy, History, and Constitutional Law. He is also an author, with his first book, “The Noble Lawyer,” published in 2011, and his second book, “Six Constitutions over Texas,” available for pre-order on Amazon.
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