The Medical Ethics of St John Chrysostom
How much of your soul would you trade for more physical life, if the Tradition of the Church says that death is preferable to taking an evil medicine that could cure you?
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The American Life category examines contemporary culture, politics, economics, family life, and social trends through an Orthodox Christian lens. These articles explore the challenges and opportunities facing Americans today, offering spiritual reflection, cultural critique, and practical wisdom rooted in the timeless teachings of the Orthodox Church.
Morally Confused Evangelical Protestants Continue to Support the Ukraine and Israel
Evangelical support for Israel and Ukraine is built on ignorance of who Rabbinic Jews and Ukrainian radicals really are. If you oppose moral degenerates at home, why support them abroad?
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Trump Jabs MAGA in the Face with mRNA
Trump’s deal with Pfizer has shocked a lot of MAGA. It is just the latest betrayal by Trump of his base. There is no rational reason to expect any better out of American politics.
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Astroturfing Tradition: Attempting to Invent a Southern Orthodoxy
In a consumerist age, when every niche group spawns its own “culture,” are we preserving authentic Orthodox Tradition? Or do movements such as the Philip Ludwell III Orthodox Fellowship threaten to make our drift away from authenticity even worse?
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Charlie Kirk Memorial Offers the U.S. a Choice: Americanism or Christianity
The Gospel messages at the Kirk memorial were popular with attendees and viewers, but Christianity was not the only religion on display.
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Christian Men: You Must Defend Your Own Churches
An effective 911 response to an active shooter can take far longer than a determined psychopath needs to kill multiple innocent men, women, and children. The resources to protect the parish need to already be at the parish.
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The Jewish Problem: Charlie Kirk’s and Yours
The murder of Charlie Kirk has highlighted the glaring problem America has with Rabbinic Jewish influence over many aspects of government, culture, and society. The New Testament warned us about the consequences.
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The Battle Over the Legacy of Charlie Kirk
Following his brutal murder, Charlie Kirk has passed to his eternal reward. Now begins the brutal battle over his legacy.
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What Did Charlie Kirk Die For?
If Charlie Kirk died a martyr, what was he a martyr for exactly?
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Can Zen Buddhism Fit within Orthodox Christianity? A Research Project
What is the true nature of Orthodox Christianity, and is the faith compatible with Oriental practices such as Zen Buddhism?
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