Philosophy and Religion, Religion and Beliefs
The Orthodox Church

The Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Its History, Doctrine, and Spiritual Culture

Paperback Published on: 26/11/2010
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Synopsis

  • This important work offers the most comprehensive and up-to-date account of the Orthodox Church available, providing a detailed account of its historical development, as well as exploring Orthodox theology and culture
  • Written by one of the leading Orthodox historians and theologians in the English-speaking world
  • Offers an in-depth engagement with the issues surrounding Orthodoxy's relationship to the modern world, including political, cultural and ethical debates
  • Considers the belief tradition, spirituality, liturgical diversity, and Biblical heritage of the Eastern Churches; their endurance of oppressions and totalitarianisms; and their contemporary need to rediscover their voice and confidence in a new world-order
  • Recipient of a CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title for 2009 award

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Wiley
  • ISBN: 9781444337310
  • Number of pages: 457
  • Dimensions: 245 x 171 x 25 mm
  • Weight: 842g
  • Languages: English