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Category: Orthodox International Relations

The Orthodox International Relations category explores global affairs through the lens of Orthodox Christian theology, history, and moral teaching. Articles examine war and peace, diplomacy, religious liberty, geopolitics, nationalism, persecution of Christians, international law, and the impact of global conflicts on the Orthodox Church and Christian communities around the world. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the historical witness of the Orthodox Church, this collection provides thoughtful analysis of contemporary international events while emphasizing justice, peace, human dignity, and the sovereignty of God over the nations. Readers will find Orthodox Christian perspectives on foreign policy, humanitarian crises, international organizations, and the moral responsibilities of governments and believers in an increasingly interconnected and conflict-prone world.

March 21, 2024
American Life, Culture War, Orthodox International Relations, Parish Life, Western Civilization

Red States Are Lurching Toward Antichrist

It is easy to see that laws against “antisemitism” arising in Red States threaten religious and civil liberties. But how many of us realize they prepare the way for the Antichrist as well?

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March 13, 2024
Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese, Jurisdictions, Orthodox International Relations, Orthodox Missions

The Best Help for Haiti

Haiti is again descending into violent madness. Are the roots of the problems religious in nature? If so, what can be done to help Haitians?

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January 24, 2024
Contact the Bishops, Greek Archdiocese, Petitions, Political Activism, War in Ukraine

Help Robert Amsterdam Save the Ukrainian Orthodox Church

International lawyer Robert Amsterdam is fighting to save the persecuted Ukrainian Orthodox Church. He needs our help. The Ukrainian propaganda operation is so powerful, that all of us need to learn more and get involved. Now.

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January 12, 2024
Abortion, American Life, Culture War, Palestinian Rights, Western Civilization

Does Rabbinic Judaism Need Enemies to Survive?

Many Jewish leaders, both religious and secular, have argued that Jews need enemies–that without antisemitism, Rabbinic Judaism cannot survive.

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November 17, 2023
American Life, Orthodox International Relations, Palestinian Rights, Theology, Western Civilization

Orthodox Christianity and Zionism are Morally Incompatible

Despite efforts to “link” the two faiths via the phrase “Judeo-Christian”, Orthodox Christianity and Rabbinic Judaism are incompatible religiously, morally, and culturally. As is Orthodoxy with “Christian Zionism”.

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November 15, 2023
American Life, Orthodox International Relations, Palestinian Rights, Western Civilization

Can Christians Support the Intentional Murder of Civilians in War?

If you would live as a Christian, die as a Christian, and gain eternal life as a Christian, then your Christian conscience must guide you in all things. Even in how you wage war.

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October 26, 2023
American Life, Greek Archdiocese, Orthodox International Relations, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

Jewish Lawyer Defends Orthodox National Church

The UOC is not giving up the fight. The Church has hired an American Jewish lawyer to take the fight to the international courts. God bless this lawyer, and God bless the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in her battle with the lawlessness of this world.

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October 20, 2023
Greek Archdiocese, Orthodox International Relations, Petitions, Political Activism, ROCOR, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

Responding to Ukraine Banning the Ukrainian Orthodox Church

How should Orthodox and other concerned American Christians react to the law 8371 banning the Ukrainian Orthodox Church? Archbishop Peter of Chicago has asked us to step up and demand accountability from our elected readers.

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October 19, 2023
American Life, Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese, Orthodox International Relations, Palestinian Rights, Protests, Western Civilization

4 Reasons to Support Palestinians, But Not Zionists or Hamas

Orthodox Christians worship the Prince of Peace. The conflict in Gaza pits two sides that both intentionally target civilians, with Orthodox Christians stuck in the middle. You can support Palestinians while rejecting the Zionists and Hamas.

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October 17, 2023
American Life, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

Why Has the Ukraine War Gone Missing?

Recently touted as the single most important event occurring in the world, the Ukraine War has now practically dropped from view. There are two major reasons why – competition and embarrassment.

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