Of Fathers and Monarchs in the U.S.
Explore the Orthodox Christian case for monarchy, examining how divine authority, fatherhood, and traditional kingship contrast with American democracy, republicanism, and modern conservatism.
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The Politics and Christian Governance category examines political authority, civil government, law, justice, economics, war, and public leadership through the lens of Orthodox Christian theology and the historic teaching of the Church. These articles explore the relationship between the Kingdom of God and earthly governments, Christian approaches to governance, the limits of state authority, the moral responsibilities of rulers and citizens, and the challenges of living faithfully in modern political systems. Drawing from Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers, Byzantine political thought, and Orthodox tradition, this collection offers thoughtful analysis of contemporary political issues while emphasizing that allegiance to Christ must always take precedence over ideology, nationalism, or partisan loyalties. Readers will find reflections on Christian political theology, peace and conflict, economics, social order, religious liberty, and the enduring principles of Orthodox Christian governance that remain relevant in today’s world.
How to Successfully Hold an Orthodox Protest Against the Beacon of Hope Award in NYC
A practical guide for Orthodox Christians protesting the Beacon of Hope Award to Zelensky in New York, with advice on signs, messaging, chants, media, answering objections, and keeping the focus on religious freedom for the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. The advice works for any protest by Orthodox (and non-Orthodox) Christians conducting any protest.
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Trump: A Charlatan, Kleptocrat and 21st Century American “anti-Christ”
An Orthodox Christian critique of Donald Trump, examining Trump Idolatry Syndrome, political deception, kleptocracy, the cult of personality, war, and the spiritual dangers of political idolatry.
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Moța’s Ashes
Explore the life and nationalist teachings of Ion Mota, a leading figure in Romania’s Legionary Movement and Iron Guard. This article examines Mota’s ideas about sacrifice, national identity, Christian faith, political activism, and pan-European nationalism.
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Who Will Stop the Government? Jury Nullification as the Last Defense of Christian Liberty
Explore the growing threat to free speech and religious liberty in America, and learn why jury nullification may be a crucial last defense against political prosecution and government overreach.
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A Case of Phony Conservatism in Louisiana
Explore Christian conservatism, stewardship, neighborliness, and the common good—and why corporate power and unchecked individualism challenge traditional conservative principles.
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The Hebrew Republic of America
Explore how the Hebrew Republic shaped America’s founding ideals. Discover the influence of biblical law, covenant theology, and Hebraic political thought on the development of the American republic from an Orthodox Christian perspective.
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The Gift of the Noahide Laws
Explore an Orthodox Christian critique of Noahide Laws: how rabbinic rulings brand Trinitarian worship of Jesus as idolatry, fueling end-times theological conflict, Antichrist systems, and threats to Christian faith.
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From the Iron Curtain to the Present: Reflections on the Persistence of Ideological Evil
Drawing on his experience as a former intelligence officer, the author examines ideological subversion, the legacy of the Iron Curtain, and the spiritual roots of evil.
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The Ontological Emptiness of the US at 250
Explore the spiritual and philosophical crisis of America at 250 through an Orthodox Christian lens. Discover how Americanism, secular modernity, and ontological emptiness have shaped the nation’s identity and future.
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