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Category: Christian Persecution

The Christian Persecution category documents the suffering, endurance, and witness of Christians facing discrimination, violence, imprisonment, and martyrdom throughout the world, with particular attention to the experiences of Orthodox Christians. These articles examine historical and contemporary persecution, religious freedom, anti-Christian violence, government oppression, war, cultural hostility, and the challenges confronting the Church in an increasingly secular and unstable world. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the lives of the saints, and the enduring witness of the martyrs and confessors, this collection highlights the courage of those who remain faithful to Christ despite hardship while providing thoughtful analysis of the political, social, and spiritual forces driving persecution. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the global challenges facing Christianity and the Orthodox response of steadfast faith, hope, prayer, and perseverance.

March 25, 2025
Christian Persecution, Palestinian Rights, Prayer and Spirituality, Technology

The Gulag Is Being Prepared in the US by the Left and the Right

Freedom of speech is under attack from both ‘sides’ of the political spectrum. Will A.G.I. emerge as the arbiter and enforcer of acceptable speech?

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February 12, 2025
American Life, Christian Persecution, Greek Archdiocese, War in Ukraine

Why the Ukraine Schism Matters

Too many Americans do not realize they are funding Christian persecution in Ukraine. Americans also don’t realize how vital their government believes it is to continue the persecution.

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February 5, 2025
Christian Persecution, Orthodox International Relations, Palestinian Rights

Who are the Palestinian Christians?

Are the Palestinians, particularly the Christians, really Arabs? They speak Arabic and have many Arabic customs, but is that really who they are?

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December 28, 2024
American Life, Christian Persecution, War in Ukraine

Electoral Bait and Switch – the Cautionary Tale of Ukraine

Zelensky ran as a peace candidate who pledged to stay out of religious affairs in Ukraine. He has betrayed all of his campaign promises, especially to respect religious freedom.

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December 18, 2024
Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese, Christian Persecution, Orthodox International Relations, Palestinian Rights, Syria and the Middle East, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

Will President Trump Save the Persecuted Christians?

Christianity is the most persecuted religion on Earth. Particularly in Ukraine and Syria, the incoming Trump Administration could help protect Christians using American power and influence. But will Trump make this a priority?

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