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The Orthodox Christian Church: History, Beliefs, and Practices

By: Peter Bouteneff
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What was the significance of Pope John Paul II's visit to Greece, the first such papal visit in 1,291 years? Why are people so fascinated in learning about the Orthodox Church, the world's second largest Christian community?

Explore the fascinating history, theology, and practices that 250 million Orthodox Christians claim as their own, and discover the differences and similarities between Orthodoxy and Catholicism with this incredible series.

The Orthodox Church is the second largest Christian community in the world after the Roman Catholic Church. In this exceptionally well-taught audio course, you will explore the rich history, theology, liturgy, and traditions of Orthodoxy. You will have many "aha" moments as you recognize the differences and similarities between Catholicism and the Eastern Christianity. This series covers the entire odyssey of an ancient church and its faith into the present day. Whether your interests lie in history, theology, ecumenism, or esthetics, you will find this course clear, enjoyable, and hugely interesting.

This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a free PDF study guide.

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Comprehensive Information • Balanced Comparative Study • Precise Speaking • Excellent Explanations • Insightful Content
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Like me, you might be new to the ancient faith. Even if you know the Bible well and might have begun you journey two decades earlier, you are probably clueless to the Orthodox faith. This book was a big help as I am rediscovering my Christian faith in the ancient faith.

New to the Ancient Faith?

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So much confirmation in the Audio book which brings great joy to an Inquirer like me

MUST HAVE!

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As someone inquiring into Eastern Christianity, this book was great source of information. The content is engaging and does well to explain the various beliefs of the Eastern Church.

A fantastic overview

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Good intro. Narrator/author is easy to listen to but the recording was too quiet.

Good book. Too quiet.

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. This set of lectures is an excellent introduction to the Orthodox Church.

What did you like best about this story?

Balanced work.

What about Prof. Peter Bouteneff DPhil’s performance did you like?

Very clear presentation.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Excellent Introduction

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In a world in which everyone seems to feel that the proper treatment of any serious subject must be even-handed, ambivalent and noncommittal, it was a delight to learn orthodox church history, practice and theology from someone who unapologetically embraces it.

A little biased, in a great way

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Wonderful refresher course and it also taught me more than I was able to understand years ago

Excellent for already Orthodox

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This is a fast paced overview of the Orthodox Church. The author's comparative study of the churches of the East and West was gently balanced.

Scholarly and informative.

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What did you love best about The Orthodox Christian Church: History, Beliefs, and Practices?

After converting to Orthodox Christian and being baptized as such, I never understood the faith and practices. After listening to this wonderful book, it has explained why and how we practice our belief. It's not always about reading the bible and believing, it's about knowing why and how to worship, how to pray, and feeling it mind, body and soul.
I would just like to thank the author of this book for giving me more insight to the religion I want to practice, more than our priest or congregation.
Definitely going to recommend this to newcomers.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

Orthodox Christian Convert

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the speaker is very respectful of other faith traditions while presenting the orthodox perspective. I loved it.

excellent intro to orthodox Christianity,

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