Category: Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective

Explore Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Christian perspective. This collection examines the theological, historical, and cultural differences between Eastern Orthodoxy and other religious traditions, including Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, secular ideologies, and modern spiritual movements. Discover how Orthodox Christianity understands questions of salvation, authority, tradition, human nature, and the purpose of life while comparing the teachings and developments that have shaped the religious landscape of the modern world. Through historical analysis and theological reflection, Orthodox Reflections explores the enduring relevance of the ancient Christian Faith in an age of religious confusion and competing worldviews.

November 2, 2025

Roman Catholic Church, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part V of the Western Series: Guilt, Suffering, Sickness and Death

Is God angry, aloof, and looking to punish mankind with illness and death for our sins? Or is God love? How can we understand all this in an authentically Christian way?

October 29, 2025

Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message, Theology

Part IV of the Western Series: The Remedy for Sin

What is sin? We must first understand that, before we can understand how we reconcile with God to grow in His likeness.

October 17, 2025

Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part III of the Western Series: Falling for the Fruit of Spiritual Adultery

What was the nature of man as created by God? Why did man fall, and why was the forbidden tree even in Eden? Why did sin bring death, and what is the true nature of temptation?

October 7, 2025

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

Part II of the Western Series: True Love Makes Truly Human

Written for Western Christians, Part II examines the nature of Primordial (Pre-Fallen) Man and their true purpose as male and female through Image and Likeness.

September 25, 2025

Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, Science, The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message, Theology, Western Civilization

Part I of the Western Series: Approach to Wisdom

First of an 11 part series on the Orthodox Christian faith written primarily for Western Christians. This installment contrasts Eastern from Western approaches to Wisdom, knowing Christ, and the resulting difference in mindset and beliefs.

September 23, 2025

American Life, Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, Culture War, Ecumenism, Palestinian Rights, Peace Activism, Western Civilization

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.

September 10, 2025

American Life, Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, Culture War, Ecumenism, Prayer and Spirituality, Roman Catholic Church, Theology, Western Civilization

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?

September 5, 2025

Comparative Religion from an Orthodox Perspective, Culture War, Prayer and Spirituality, Roman Catholic Church, Western Civilization

Roman Catholicism and Hopes for Western Renewal

Many traditionalists tout a return to Roman Catholicism as a way to renew a declining Western world. Returning to a deficient, non-Apostolic faith will not help.