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Despite Protestant insistence to the contrary, infant baptism is a biblical practice that has always been part of Church Tradition.
Many Orthodox Christians wonder if they can be cremated after their death. The Church firmly condemns cremation and its treatment of the body.
Why did Christ speak in parables so often, rather than explain the Kingdom of Heaven plainly in a way all could understand?
A solid prayer routine is a key part of the Orthodox spiritual life. In this post, we show you how to set up an icon corner in your home, step by step.
In this post, we explain why the Orthodox venerate relics in their churches. Along the way, we address some questions people have about them.
In this post, we explain what typology is in the traditional Orthodox approach to the Scriptures and look at some different examples.
How should we read apocalyptic literature as Orthodox Christians and apply them to our lives without risking falling into error? Learn more!
So what are the actual requirements for a wedding in the Orthodox Church, and what is just cultural tradition? Learn about them in this post!
Eastern Orthodox Christians continue to use leavened bread for Holy Communion. But why does use leaven, when it seems to symbolize sin?
It can be difficult to avoid getting too legalistic about preparing for Communion. So where is the balance here and how do we find it?
Despite Protestant insistence to the contrary, infant baptism is a biblical practice that has always been part of Church Tradition.
Many Orthodox Christians wonder if they can be cremated after their death. The Church firmly condemns cremation and its treatment of the body.
Why did Christ speak in parables so often, rather than explain the Kingdom of Heaven plainly in a way all could understand?
A solid prayer routine is a key part of the Orthodox spiritual life. In this post, we show you how to set up an icon corner in your home, step by step.
In this post, we explain why the Orthodox venerate relics in their churches. Along the way, we address some questions people have about them.
In this post, we explain what typology is in the traditional Orthodox approach to the Scriptures and look at some different examples.
How should we read apocalyptic literature as Orthodox Christians and apply them to our lives without risking falling into error? Learn more!
So what are the actual requirements for a wedding in the Orthodox Church, and what is just cultural tradition? Learn about them in this post!
Eastern Orthodox Christians continue to use leavened bread for Holy Communion. But why does use leaven, when it seems to symbolize sin?
It can be difficult to avoid getting too legalistic about preparing for Communion. So where is the balance here and how do we find it?
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