To an Orthodox Christian, spirituality is incredibly important. Understanding how to live the life of Christ, and making sure we have all the tools necessary to do so, is part of our calling as Christians. We’ve dedicated this portion of our blog to articles about Orthodox spiritual life.
Through the Holy Mysteries, we directly experience the divine Grace of God. In this post, we explore what those Mysteries are.
As an Eastern Orthodox Christian, do you know who your patron saint is? If you don’t have one, how do you know which patron saint to choose?
Understand what passions and virtues are in Orthodox Christianity. Find inspiration to conquer your passions and live a virtuous life.
The world of Orthodox iconography is quite vast and detailed. Learn some interesting facts about Orthodox icons to deepen your Faith.
The Virgin Mary plays an important role in our salvation. We sing and pray to her during services. But do the Orthodox really “worship” the Virgin Mary?
In our previous post of this series, we discussed persecution for righteousness’ sake. This week, we continue our examination of persecution with the last of
Uncover the rewards of enduring persecution for righteousness’ sake. Find hope in the midst of trials as a faithful disciple of Christ!
Learn about the role of peacemakers in the Orthodox tradition and how their actions reflect their identity as children of God.
Can Orthodox Christians use crystals? Discover the Church’s stance on crystals in spiritual practices and their significance.
It’s that time again. Time to make your New Year’s Resolution(s). But what sorts of resolutions can/should we make as Orthodox Christians?
During the course of a year, Orthodox Christians fast between 180-200 days. Diligently following the fasting guidelines of the Church can be quite an undertaking.
As Eastern Orthodox Christians, fasting is an integral part of our spiritual journey. It is not merely a dietary restriction, but a means of drawing
Can Orthodox Christians use tarot cards? Discover the insights on tarot and its compatibility with Eastern Orthodox views on spirituality.
Learn the art of finding inner peace in a chaotic world through rich Eastern Orthodox spiritual practices that cultivate stillness.
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