Orthodox Churches 44

In this discourse, John the monk of Damascus extols the significance of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary, emphasizing her exalted status as the Mother of God. The text invites all of creation to ……続きを見る

This late Ethiopian text is a religious meditation centered on St. Michael, an Axumite archbishop of the 16th century. It invokes the Holy Trinity and emphasizing the importance of humility, prayer,……続きを見る

King Bela of Hungary, in a series of documents, addresses the governance of his kingdom by establishing land grants and privileges for his subjects. He reduces the number of jobagions in Turiec to m……続きを見る

This work provides a comprehensive account of the life of Saint John Chrysostom, focusing on his noble beginnings in Antioch, his education and early religious life, and his rise to become a promine……続きを見る

George, the Metropolitan of Kiev, addresses a series of theological disagreements with the Latin Church, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the original teachings of Christ and the early Chur……続きを見る

In this encomium, Hesychios, a presbyter of Jerusalem, extols the virtues and contributions of the Apostle Andrew. He describes Andrew as the first-called apostle, a foundational figure of the Churc……続きを見る

First published in the 4th century A.D., Anthony the Great's biography was authored by Christian Saint Athanasius of Alexandria. Since its original release, the book has helped spread the beliefs, p……続きを見る

John Argyropoulos was one of the leading Greek scholars that drove the undercurrent of Renaissance in 15th century Italy. He translated Greek philosophical and theological works into Latin, as well ……続きを見る

St. Benjamin of Beth Nuhadra was the son of famous parents, who were in the employ of the Shah in the Persian court. They would later become converts to Christianity within the Church of the East. S……続きを見る

In August 1087, a synod was held at Benevento which renewed the excommunication of the Antipope Clement III, the condemnation of lay investiture, proclaimed a crusade against the Saracens in norther……続きを見る

Written by his disciple Paul of Batnan, the narrative of Mar Aaron details his transformation of the saint, from a child of privilege in Serug to a dedicated monk and miracle worker. After rejecting……続きを見る

This work is composed by the African church father, Vigilius, against Palladius of Ratiaria, the 4th century Arian Christian theologian.In 381 AD, he was deposed from his office, together with Secun……続きを見る

The Acts of St. Matthew is a text composed sometime between the 4th and century century in either Greek or Classical Syriac. It recounts the apocryphal sojourns of the apostle Matthew in an unspecif……続きを見る

While this work is attributed to Ish'dnah, the archbishop of Basrah, it is likely to be an abridgement of a much older work. Our original author lived at the end of the 8th century, just subsequent ……続きを見る

This hagiography details the life of Mar Qardagh, a nobleman of Assyrian descent who initially embraced paganism and magic. Despite his noble lineage and skills that earned him favor in the Persian ……続きを見る

This hagiographical accounts is about the Arab saint, St. Anthony the Neomartyr, and recounts his transformation from a hostile observer of Christianity to a devoted believer. Initially, he mocks an……続きを見る

This Syriac work recounts the story of Sts. Maximus and Dometius, allegedly the sons of the Emperor Valentinian, who sought a monastic life away from imperial duties. After receiving blessings from ……続きを見る

In this book, the first of its kind in the English language, Ariane Trifunovic Montemuro introduces her beloved friend, Saint Matrona the Blind of Moscow. The author not only shares her love for thi……続きを見る

In this homily, John of Damascus extols the virtues of Saint John Chrysostom, highlighting his remarkable oratory skills and his ability to articulate complex theological concepts, particularly conc……続きを見る

The text details a significant conversation between Eastern Roman Emperor and Count Paul regarding the unity of the Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches. The Emperor expresses concern over the divis……続きを見る

This text serves as a theological treatise defending the practice of venerating icons in Eastern Christianity. It outlines the belief in the Holy Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and the significanc……続きを見る

This theological discourse addresses the significance of the Eucharist and the nature of the bread used in its celebration. It argues against the use of unleavened bread, asserting that leavened bre……続きを見る

This Greek work intricately weaves together themes of battle, motherhood, and divine intervention through the character of Tekousa, who symbolizes both childbirth and warfare. It recounts the challe……続きを見る

In his discourse, Leontius the Presbyter of Constantinople reflects on the mid-Pentecost celebration, highlighting its spiritual significance as a time of joy for believers. He contrasts this with t……続きを見る

This text describes the proceedings of a synod that was convened against Saint John Chrysostom, characterized by bias and hostility from its members. The synod comprised various bishops who acted as……続きを見る

A woman's journey to discovering her ancestral Christian faith. Baptized as an infant, raised and married in the Serbian Orthodox Church in America, Ariane Trifunovic Montemuro never truly understoo……続きを見る

With this declaration of love and devotion for Russian Tsar-Martyr Nicholas II and his Royal Martyr Family, artist and author Ariane Trifunovic Montemuro pays back a Debt of Love to them for their h……続きを見る

In a theological discourse, Maximus the Monk discusses the concepts of justice and the soul's struggle against earthly desires. He references biblical teachings, particularly the notion of turning t……続きを見る

Rev. Dr. Miltiades B. Efthimiou, an Orthodox protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, shares an encouraging message which motivates the reader to aspire to seek the source of……続きを見る

This document outlines a series of actions and decrees by the patriarch John XIII, who reaffirms the rights and privileges of the Mesopotamian monastery and addresses the patriarch of Antioch regard……続きを見る