Orthodox Reflections

November 30, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Holy Three Youths: Ananias, Azarias and Misael

Experience the profound Akathist to the Holy Three Youths—Ananias, Azarias, and Misael—venerated in the Orthodox Church as the righteous young men who walked unharmed in the fiery furnace. This beautiful hymn of praise and intercession includes the full text, troparia, kontakia, and traditional Orthodox prayers, perfect for personal devotion, parish use, or deepening your understanding of these Old Testament saints and their connection to the Nativity of Christ.

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November 27, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Jesus Christ the Judge

Discover the profound Akathist to Jesus Christ the Judge – a traditional Orthodox hymn of supplication that invokes Christ as the Just Judge and Merciful Savior. This full text with English translation, commentary, and spiritual reflections offers timeless comfort and hope before the Dread Judgment Seat. Perfect for personal devotion, prayer rule, or preparation for Holy Confession.

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November 24, 2025

Christian Persecution, ROCOR, War in Ukraine

Metropolitan Onuphry of Ukraine – The Man the West Must Hide

Discover Metropolitan Onuphry, the canonical head of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, whose steadfast leadership and refusal to bow to political pressure make him a figure the Western media and governments desperately try to ignore. Learn why this humble monk represents authentic Orthodoxy in Ukraine—and why the West must hide him.

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November 23, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist and Canon of Prayer to Saint Prophet Daniel

Beautiful Akathist and Canon to the Holy Prophet Daniel – complete Orthodox service in English. Pray for foresight, courage, and deliverance with one of the greatest Old Testament saints.

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November 21, 2025

American Life, Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese, Greek Archdiocese, OCA, Orthodox International Relations, ROCOR, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

7 Ways to Fight the Rising Anti-Orthodox Narrative

In an era of misinformation and secular hostility, Orthodox Christians must confront distorted narratives online and in the media.

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November 20, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to King, Saint and Prophet Solomon

This profound service of praise honors the wise Old Testament ruler as a type of Christ, seeker of wisdom, builder of the Temple, and penitent sinner who returned to God.

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November 19, 2025

The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part VII of the Western Series: Papal Apostasy, Supremacy and Infallibility

A detailed Orthodox critique of papal apostasy, the historical development of papal supremacy, and the doctrine of papal infallibility. Uncover how these innovations diverged from the early Church and contributed to the Great Schism. Essential reading for those seeking the traditional Orthodox perspective on Roman Catholicism.

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November 17, 2025

American Life, Economics & Finance, Online Orthodoxy, Prayer and Spirituality

The Narrow Way is Always Narrower Than You Think

Is true Orthodoxy is far stricter and more uncompromising than most modern believers imagine? This article challenges popular notions of a “broad” or “reasonable” Orthodoxy that accommodates worldly values, progressive theology, or relaxed spiritual discipline.

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November 17, 2025

Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Righteous Job the Long-Suffering

Honor St. Job’s unwavering faith amid profound trials. This Akathist offers spiritual comfort and inspiration for those enduring suffering, illness, or hardship.

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