The Orthodox Christian Church: History, Beliefs, and Practices
Peter Bouteneff
What was the significance of Pope John Paul II''s visit to Greece, the first such papal visit in 1,291 years? Why are people so fascinated in learning about the Orthodox Church, the world''s second largest Christian community?
Explore the fascinating history, theology, and practices that 250 million Orthodox Christians claim as their own, and discover the differences and similarities between Orthodoxy and Catholicism with this incredible series.
The Orthodox Church is the second largest Christian community in the world after the Roman Catholic Church. In this exceptionally well-taught audio course, you will explore the rich history, theology, liturgy, and traditions of Orthodoxy. You will have many "aha" moments as you recognize the differences and similarities between Catholicism and the Eastern Christianity.
This series covers the entire odyssey of an ancient church and its faith into the present day. Whether your interests lie in history, theology, ecumenism, or esthetics, you will find this course clear, enjoyable, and hugely interesting.
This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a free PDF study guide.
Duration - 3h 8m.
Author - Peter Bouteneff.
Narrator - Peter Bouteneff.
Published Date - Wednesday, 24 January 2024.
Copyright - © 2008 Now You Know Media Inc. ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
What was the significance of Pope John Paul II''s visit to Greece, the first such papal visit in 1,291 years? Why are people so fascinated in learning about the Orthodox Church, the world''s second largest Christian community? Explore the fascinating history, theology, and practices that 250 million Orthodox Christians claim as their own, and discover the differences and similarities between Orthodoxy and Catholicism with this incredible series. The Orthodox Church is the second largest Christian community in the world after the Roman Catholic Church. In this exceptionally well-taught audio course, you will explore the rich history, theology, liturgy, and traditions of Orthodoxy. You will have many "aha" moments as you recognize the differences and similarities between Catholicism and the Eastern Christianity. This series covers the entire odyssey of an ancient church and its faith into the present day. Whether your interests lie in history, theology, ecumenism, or esthetics, you will find this course clear, enjoyable, and hugely interesting. This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a free PDF study guide. Duration - 3h 8m. Author - Peter Bouteneff. Narrator - Peter Bouteneff. Published Date - Wednesday, 24 January 2024. Copyright - © 2008 Now You Know Media Inc. ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:02:15
Introduction
Duration:00:20:33
How and Why We Think Theologically
Duration:00:23:32
Scripture
Duration:00:23:42
Tradition
Duration:00:24:44
Councils and Conciliarity
Duration:00:24:02
Ecumenical Councils (325 A.D. to 787 A.D.)
Duration:00:23:35
The Church Fathers
Duration:00:27:21
Liturgy
Duration:00:23:16
Icons
Duration:00:26:17
Saints
Duration:00:25:47
Jesus Christ
Duration:00:22:35
The Holy Trinity
Duration:00:23:35
The Holy Spirit
Duration:00:26:32
Creation
Duration:00:22:09
The Human Person
Duration:00:24:39
Mary
Duration:00:23:40
Salvation
Duration:00:25:56
The Church
Duration:00:23:53
Sacraments
Duration:00:25:16
Prayer
Duration:00:23:51
Asceticism
Duration:00:24:02
"Eastern" and "Western" Christianity
Duration:00:22:55
Ecumenism
Duration:00:23:07
Orthodoxy: The Best Kept Secret in America?
Duration:00:21:10
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:33