Nicholas Denysenko

Orthodox Christianity: The Basics (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Resplendent icons, brilliant vestments, fragrant incense, and sonorous chants - the sights and sounds of the Orthodox Church have captured the imagination of people for centuries. Orthodox Christianity: The Basics is a compelling introduction to Orthodoxy's origins in the apostolic era, historical development, doctrines, spiritual and liturgical practices, and the social challenges of the twenty-first century. Topics covered include:

• Alexandria, Antioch, and the apostolic age
• Christology, Pneumatology, and Life and Death Orthodox Spirituality
• The Liturgical Tradition
• Orthodox Ecclesiology
• Orthodoxy and Culture Wars

With suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, along with a glossary, Orthodox Christianity: The Basics is the ideal starting point for those exploring Christianity, Orthodox Christianity, Church History, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Theology.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis eBooks
• Seitenzahl: 294
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. September 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781040421697
• Artikelnr.: 75263129

Autorenporträt

Nicholas Denysenko is Emil and Elfriede Jochum Professor and Chair, Valparaiso University, USA.

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction 1. Origins: Alexandria
Antioch
the Apostolic Age 2. History 3. Orthodox Theology: Christology
Pneumatology
Life and Death 4. Conceptualizing Orthodox Spirituality 5. Mysteries in Orthodoxy 6. Orthodoxy's Liturgical Heritage 7. Orthodox Ecclesiology: Communities
Leaders
People 8. Orthodoxy in the Twenty-First Century Conclusion