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Category: Western Civilization

The Western Civilization category examines the history, ideas, institutions, and cultural developments that have shaped the modern Western world through the lens of Orthodox Christianity. Articles explore the influence of the Roman Empire, the Great Schism, the Protestant Reformation, the Enlightenment, nationalism, capitalism, secularism, democracy, individualism, and other movements that have transformed Western society and its understanding of faith, morality, and human nature. Drawing on Holy Scripture, the Church Fathers, and the historical tradition of the Orthodox Church, this collection offers thoughtful analysis of Western philosophy, politics, economics, culture, and religion while comparing them with the historic Christian worldview preserved in Orthodoxy. Readers will find in-depth discussions of the spiritual foundations of civilization, the challenges facing the modern West, and the enduring relevance of Orthodox Christianity in responding to contemporary cultural and societal issues.

September 1, 2023
American Life, Culture War, Economics & Finance, LGBTQ+, Political Activism, Western Civilization

Now That You’re Awake: 110 Things You Can Do

They say you can’t fight city hall, but the local level is actually where you can be the most effective in political organizing. Seek God while you try to improve your own community.

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August 21, 2023
American Life, Economics & Finance, Parish Life, Western Civilization

Riches to Rags

In a materialistic society, honor goes to those achieving great wealth. Within Orthodox Christianity, exalted are the riches of poverty.

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August 4, 2023
Technology, Theology, Western Civilization

AI and the Image of the Beast at the End of the World

Now we envision partnering children with AI for life. An AI whose goals will be to make them as happy and successful as possible. What could go wrong?

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July 26, 2023
American Life, Culture War, Economics & Finance, Fordham Orthodox Christian Studies Center, LGBTQ+, Parish Life, Technology, Western Civilization

Central Bank Digital Currency is the End of Freedom

The US is moving at high speed towards a Central Bank Digital Currency. What could that mean for personal and religious liberty?

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July 12, 2023
American Life, Parish Life, Western Civilization

3 Harmful Myths Most Christians Believe About Judaism

What if some of the most important facts that American Christians think they know about Judaism and Jews are actually myths?

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June 15, 2023
American Life, Greek Archdiocese, Orthodox Missions, Western Civilization

Return of the Pagans

Christianity so decisively defeated Paganism, that little is even known about its daily religious practices and beliefs. So how could the demons be coming back?

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June 9, 2023
American Life, Culture War, LGBTQ+, Literature & Film, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

Collective Guilt: A Theology of the Jewish Culture as Continuous Deicide

Judaism is a religion and a related culture with tremendous influence in the West. All Americans, particularly Orthodox, should understand both better.

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June 2, 2023
American Life, Culture War, Leftist Infiltration of the Orthodox Church, LGBTQ+, Parish Life, Western Civilization

An Open Letter to Our Shepherds

An Orthodox iconographer calls on Orthodox Bishops to wake up and lead us against the forces of Woke before its too late. Includes original cartoons.

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May 18, 2023
Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese, Culture War, Fordham Orthodox Christian Studies Center, LGBTQ+, War in Ukraine, Western Civilization

7 Reasons Why Global Orthodox Hierarchs Back the UOC Without Condemning Russia

Persecution of the true Orthodox Church in Ukraine is increasing. Global Orthodoxy rightly condemns it. Why not also condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine? What do our Orthodox Hierarchs understand that so many critics don’t?

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April 24, 2023
American Life, Western Civilization

Preparing for Hard Times, Part 2

In areas in the American West, the deterioration of farmland is visible to the naked eye. Many crises are coming to a head. Are you ready?

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