adjective. (of knowledge of God) obtained through negation.

What is the difference between Apophatic and Kataphatic?

Abstract: Catholicism distinguishes between two different approaches to spirituality. Apophatic, or "neg tive" spirituality stresses interiority, "imageless-ness" and "wordlessness." Kataphatic, or "positive" spiritual ity is image-driven and uses analogies to speak of God.

What does Apophatic mean in Greek?

"Apophatic", Ancient Greek: ἀπόφασις (noun); from ἀπόφημι apophēmi, meaning 'to deny'. From Online Etymology Dictionary: apophatic (adj.)