Tag: Orthodox Theology

May 26, 2026
Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Saint Antipas of Pergamum

Explore the powerful Akathist to Saint Antipas of Pergamum, the faithful martyr praised in the Book of Revelation as “My faithful witness.” This Orthodox hymn honors the courageous bishop and disciple of Saint John the Theologian who endured persecution and martyrdom for Christ in pagan Pergamum. Read prayers, kontakia, and ikoi celebrating his steadfast faith, apostolic witness, and heavenly intercession for Orthodox Christians seeking courage, healing, and perseverance in times of spiritual struggle.

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May 22, 2026
Orthodox Akathists

Akathist to Saint John the Theologian written by Saint Daniil Sandu Tudor

Explore the profound Orthodox Akathist to Saint John the Theologian written by Saint Daniil Sandu Tudor, a powerful hymn of devotion honoring the beloved disciple of Christ, visionary of Revelation, and apostolic theologian of divine love. This English translation offers rich spiritual reflection, poetic Orthodox prayer, and timeless wisdom rooted in the ancient Christian tradition, inspiring repentance, faith, and deeper communion with God.

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May 14, 2026
American Life, Economics & Finance

Enlightened Self-Interest Isn’t Part of Christian Morality

Explore why “enlightened self-interest” falls short of authentic Christian morality in this thought-provoking Orthodox Christian article. Drawing from Orthodox theology, the teachings of Jesus Christ, and critiques of modern secular ethics, the article challenges the idea that virtue is rooted in self-benefit rather than self-sacrificial love, repentance, humility, and communion with God. A compelling reflection on the contrast between worldly moral systems and the transformative moral vision of historic Christianity.

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January 4, 2026
The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part X of the Western Series: Sacrifice and Redemption

Explore the Orthodox Christian perspective on sacrifice and redemption in this insightful article. Contrast Eastern views of expiation, recapitulation, and theosis with Western theories like propitiation, satisfaction, and penal substitution. Discover how Christ’s victory heals humanity, drawing on St. Irenaeus, St. Gregory the Theologian, and ancient Church teachings for true deification and union with God.

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November 19, 2025
The Western Series: How Western Beliefs Changed the Original Gospel Message

Part VII of the Western Series: Papal Apostasy, Supremacy and Infallibility

A detailed Orthodox critique of papal apostasy, the historical development of papal supremacy, and the doctrine of papal infallibility. Uncover how these innovations diverged from the early Church and contributed to the Great Schism. Essential reading for those seeking the traditional Orthodox perspective on Roman Catholicism.

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November 2, 2020
American Life, Canada Single Spoon Communion Petition, Communion, Corona Virus / CoVID-19, Death and Dying, Jurisdictions, Petition Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops, ROCOR

Bishop Irenei – The Church Will Never Alter Her Beliefs or Practices Out of Fear

The epidemic is not the reason that we live now in a moment that demands real faith. The reason for that necessity is fear. This world has shown, in these past few months, what really governs it — and it is not wisdom or compassion, or science, or truth. It is fear.

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