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The Crucifixion of the King of Glory: The Amazing History and Sublime Mystery of the Passion
- By: Eugenia Scarvelis Constantinou PhD
- Narrated by: Eugenia Scarvelis Constantinou
- Length: 15 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 173
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 152
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Story5 out of 5 stars 151
The crucifixion and resurrection of Christ are central events in our salvation. Yet few Christians have a good grasp of the first-century historical and religious context in which the crucifixion took place, nor of its true significance for the people of that time - and hence for our time as well. Biblical scholar and attorney Dr. Jeannie Constantinou puts modern listeners in the center of the events of Christ's Passion, bringing the best of modern scholarship to bear while keeping her interpretation faithful in every particular to the Orthodox tradition.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Might be the best book I've ever heard on audible.
- By Chris Russi on 12-26-22
Excellent
Reviewed: 10-19-23
Another wonderful book by Dr. Constantinou. Her writing has done so much for my understanding of and conversion to Orthodoxy.
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Thinking Orthodox: Understanding and Acquiring the Orthodox Christian Mind
- By: Eugenia Scarvelis Constantinou Ph.D.
- Narrated by: Eugenia Scarvelis Constantinou Ph.D.
- Length: 19 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 237
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 216
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 212
What does it mean to "think Orthodox"? What are the unspoken and unexplored premises and presumptions underlying what Christians believe? Orthodox Christianity is based on preserving the mind of the early Church, its phronema. Dr. Jeannie Constantinou brings her more than 40 years' experience as a professor, Bible teacher, and speaker to bear in explaining what the Orthodox phronema is, how it can be acquired, and how that phronema is expressed in true Orthodox theology.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Thinking Orthodox
- By Megan on 05-09-21
Brilliant
Reviewed: 04-09-23
Brilliant, cohesive, and inspiring. The Orthodox phronema is a treasure to work toward. I’m so thankful for this book and for Dr. Constantinou who took the time to write and narrate it.
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Two Views of the Cross: Orthodoxy and the West
- By: Frederica Mathewes-Green
- Narrated by: Frederica Mathewes-Green
- Length: 4 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 49
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 41
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 41
For Protestants or Catholics seeking to understand Eastern Orthodoxy, the Cross is a good place to start. In the West a multitude of different views sprang up over the last millennium, but Orthodox Christian beliefs have remained unchanged. The contrast between those views is suggested by the two images on the book's cover, showing how differently the meaning of the Cross was understood, East and West.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Good Comparison, Audio Lacks
- By Kieranna Kathleen on 01-22-23
Another great book
Reviewed: 01-07-23
Another great book by Frederica. Getting out of the western mindset regarding salvation is a challenge, doing so is freeing and beautiful. I’m thankful for all I learned from Two Views of the Cross and recommend it to any sincere seeker of Orthodoxy.
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Mary as the Early Christians Knew Her
- The Mother of Jesus in Three Ancient Texts
- By: Frederica Mathewes-Green
- Narrated by: Frederica Mathewes-Green
- Length: 4 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 101
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 91
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Story5 out of 5 stars 91
Mary is the flower of femininity to some, a woman of power to others. She has been seen as a paragon of obedience as well as an instrument of liberation. Some have piled her status so high that it rivals that of her Son. Other do their best to ignore her. Behind all of those images is a girl who grew up to be the mother of Christ.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Loved it
- By Gee on 02-08-18
- Mary as the Early Christians Knew Her
- The Mother of Jesus in Three Ancient Texts
- By: Frederica Mathewes-Green
- Narrated by: Frederica Mathewes-Green
Wonderful
Reviewed: 12-07-22
Frederica has been a very influential voice in my decision to join the Orthodox Church. This book does not disappoint in content or narration.
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Kristin Lavransdatter
- By: Sigrid Undset, Tiina Nunnally - translator
- Narrated by: Erin Bennett
- Length: 45 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,541
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,277
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,267
As a young girl in 14th-century Norway, Kristin is deeply devoted to her father, Lavrans, a kind and courageous man. But when as a student in a convent school she meets the charming and impetuous Erlend Nikulaussøn, she defies her parents in pursuit of her own desires. Her saga continues through her marriage to Erlend, their tumultuous life together raising seven sons as Erlend seeks to strengthen his political influence, and finally their estrangement as the world around them tumbles into uncertainty.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A formerly famous classic few have heard of
- By Christina -- Audible on 05-26-17
- Kristin Lavransdatter
- By: Sigrid Undset, Tiina Nunnally - translator
- Narrated by: Erin Bennett
I think this might be…
Reviewed: 08-07-22
I think this is one of my all-time favorite books. The richness is not lost in the translation and my life feels fuller for having journeyed through Kristin’s life. I appreciate hearing the Norwegian names pronounced and the narrator does a very nice job giving each character a unique voice. Excellent all around.
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Introverted Mom
- Your Guide to More Calm, Less Guilt, and Quiet Joy
- By: Jamie C. Martin
- Narrated by: Jamie C. Martin
- Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 184
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 148
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 148
Your personality is a gift, not a liability. This book helps you uncover and embrace the hope, laughter, and joy of using your unique gifts to parent your children. Life as a mom is loud, but you long for quiet. When the volume of family life clashes with your personality, frustration, guilt, and overwhelm naturally result. In Introverted Mom, author Jamie C. Martin lifts these burdens from your shoulders, reminding you that your steady strength is exactly what your family needs in this chaotic world.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Not for the secular or non-Christian introverted Mom
- By Amy on 08-03-19
- Introverted Mom
- Your Guide to More Calm, Less Guilt, and Quiet Joy
- By: Jamie C. Martin
- Narrated by: Jamie C. Martin
A joy
Reviewed: 11-03-20
I spent most of my life wondering “what’s wrong with me?” Struggling with relationships because there were times when I simply couldn’t keep the social commitments I had with people, being called stuck up because I didn’t jump into conversations or know how to be around people, excessive noise, or too much environmental stimulation of any kind. I believed those lies and often thought I was unlovable. I pushed myself as an adult to be all the things I wasn’t to the severe detriment of my physical and emotional health. I’m so appreciative of the work Jaimie has done to bring understanding to the very misunderstood introverted personality. What a lovely, affirming book.
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