Orthodox theology differs quite a bit from what most Western Christians are used to. In Orthodoxy, we hold to the teachings of the early Church and the Church Fathers. The articles on this page explain those teachings, from our rejection of Sola Scriptura to our understanding of salvation, grace, and hell. Not sure where to start? Check out our main article on the teachings of the Church.
In this post, we teach Orthodox Christians how to calmly and accurately refute Sola Scriptura when dialoguing with Protestants.
In this post, we explain why dogma is so important to the Orthodox Church, and why it should also be important for every Orthodox Christian.
In this post, we explore 7 differences between the Orthodox Church and her Western sister, the Roman Catholic Church. Read on!
Learn the difference between a heterodox Christian and a heretic, from the perspective of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Learn why the Orthodox Church rejects witchcraft as a demonic, spiritually harmful practice.
Learn about the Third Ecumenical Council of 431 AD and its impact on Christian doctrine and the role of the Virgin Mary.
Do angels have free will? This blog post explores Eastern Orthodox views on angelic freedom and its relationship to humanity.
Explore the vital connection between Scripture and Holy Tradition in Orthodox Christianity and its impact on theology.
Explore the nine ranks of angels in Eastern Orthodox theology and discover their divine roles and responsibilities within creation.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s main arguments both for and against the death penalty in the modern world.
Explore the significance of the Second Ecumenical Council held in 381 AD and its impact on the Orthodox Christian faith.
Discover some of the key theological differences between Orthodox Christianity and other Protestant denominations.
Explore the significance of the first ecumenical council held in Nicaea in 325 AD and its impact on Christianity.
Learn the difference between a heterodox Christian and a heretic, from the perspective of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Learn why the Orthodox Church rejects witchcraft as a demonic, spiritually harmful practice.
Learn about the Third Ecumenical Council of 431 AD and its impact on Christian doctrine and the role of the Virgin Mary.
Do angels have free will? This blog post explores Eastern Orthodox views on angelic freedom and its relationship to humanity.
Explore the vital connection between Scripture and Holy Tradition in Orthodox Christianity and its impact on theology.
Explore the nine ranks of angels in Eastern Orthodox theology and discover their divine roles and responsibilities within creation.
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s main arguments both for and against the death penalty in the modern world.
Explore the significance of the Second Ecumenical Council held in 381 AD and its impact on the Orthodox Christian faith.
Discover some of the key theological differences between Orthodox Christianity and other Protestant denominations.
Explore the significance of the first ecumenical council held in Nicaea in 325 AD and its impact on Christianity.
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