Eastern Orthodoxy

The Orthodox Church and Its Relationship to the State

The Orthodox Church and Its Relationship to the State

The Orthodox Church’s dance with political power reveals a complex story of faith, freedom, and integrity, shaping Eastern Christian civilization for centuries.
Eastern Orthodox Fasting Traditions: A Path to Spiritual Discipline

Eastern Orthodox Fasting Traditions: A Path to Spiritual Discipline

Fasting holds a sacred place in the spiritual life of Eastern Orthodox Christians.
How the Orthodox Church Maintains Apostolic Continuity

How the Orthodox Church Maintains Apostolic Continuity

How Orthodoxy safeguards the sacred link of apostolic faith—unchanged, living, and passed down through every generation.
Saints and Martyrs in the Eastern Orthodox Church

Saints and Martyrs in the Eastern Orthodox Church

Honoring the holy ones — how Eastern Orthodoxy remembers, reveres, and follows the lives of saints and martyrs in faith.
Eastern Orthodoxy and Its Relationship with Islam Throughout History

Eastern Orthodoxy and Its Relationship with Islam Throughout History

The relationship between Eastern Orthodoxy and Islam is a complex and multifaceted journey that spans over a millennium.
How the Orthodox Cross Differs from Other Christian Symbols

How the Orthodox Cross Differs from Other Christian Symbols

The Orthodox Cross, intricate and mysterious, is more than a symbol — it maps the soul, reveals hidden meanings, and calls us to transformation.
Sacraments in Eastern Orthodoxy: A Guide to Holy Mysteries

Sacraments in Eastern Orthodoxy: A Guide to Holy Mysteries

The Eastern Orthodox Church is rich in tradition, theology, and spiritual practices. Among the most important aspects of Orthodox Christianity are the sacraments, or as they are more commonly referred to in this tradition, the "Holy Mysteries."
How the Eastern Orthodox Church Approaches Interfaith Dialogue

How the Eastern Orthodox Church Approaches Interfaith Dialogue

The Eastern Orthodox Church, one of the oldest Christian traditions, holds a distinctive place in the global religious landscape.
Exploring the Symbolism in Orthodox Church Architecture

Exploring the Symbolism in Orthodox Church Architecture

Sacred design, timeless meaning — how every element in Orthodox architecture leads the soul toward heaven.
Differences Between Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches

Differences Between Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches

The Eastern Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches represent two of the most ancient Christian traditions, both claiming to preserve the original teachings and practices of early Christianity.