Saturday, November 16, 2024

Living the Beatitudes 2: Blessed Are the Meek--The Path to His Kingdom

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I n the second Beatitude, Christ teaches, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:5). This verse, as s...
Saturday, November 9, 2024

Living the Beatitudes1: An Orthodox Approach to "Poor in Spirit"

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The Beatitudes, as understood within the Orthodox tradition, are not merely ethical guidelines but a transformative path to holiness and the...
Saturday, November 2, 2024

How to Enhance Your Vision of Paradise

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To enhance your vision of paradise as an Orthodox Christian, it's essential to focus on both the theological understanding of paradise a...
Saturday, October 26, 2024

Faith in the Orthodox Christian Life: A Journey of Grace, Zeal, and Theosis

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In Orthodox Christianity, faith is much more than an intellectual belief or a cultural identity. It is the foundation of a dynamic, lived re...
Saturday, October 19, 2024

Holy Tradition and Scripture

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Holy Tradition refers to the living transmission of the faith, encompassing not only Scripture but also the teachings, practices, and sacram...
Saturday, October 12, 2024

Why is Ongoing Forgiveness of Sins Needed

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In Orthodox theology, grace (the Holy Spirit) is understood as the uncreated energy of God that both saves and sanctifies us. It is not a on...
Saturday, October 5, 2024

Is Mary the Queen of Heaven?

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The title "Queen of Heaven" as applied to the Theotokos (Mother of God) in Orthodox and Catholic tradition is rooted in Christian ...