Orthodox and Oriental Orthodox Churches Books

This work is a sermon aimed at guiding the faithful in their spiritual journey. It references biblical parables to illustrate the importance of having a receptive heart for God's word and the significance of love and community among believers. The...

This short work presents a poetic meditation on the downfall of Khosrow, a Persian king, and the cosmic and earthly reactions to his tyranny. It begins with celestial beings rejoicing at his fall, emphasizing that creation persists despite blasphemy...

Jesus' last words to his disciples were "Go . . . and make disciples of all the nations" (Matt. 28:19-20). Unfortunately, many parishes are struggling to follow this commandment. In Reclaiming the Great Commission, Fr. Evan Armatas offers a roadmap to...

Speaking to non-believers and believers alike, Fr. Andrew Damick attempts to create a sacred space in which we can encounter God. In this compact volume, he distills the essence of the traditional Christian faith, addressing the fundamental...

New to America? Want to serve newcomers? Curious about the history of Coptic immigration to the U.S.A.? Trying to adapt yourself to your new environment?Coptic Orthodox Christians have been immigrating to the United States in droves over the last few...

This collector's edition is cleanly formatted for easy reading, 13 point Garamond, 1.25 spacing. The Way of a Pilgrim was written by an anonymous nineteenth-century Russian peasant and depicts his examination of how to pray without ceasing. Through...

According to Fr. Alexander Men (1935-1990), the Russian Orthodox priest and popular spiritual teacher who was publicly martyred in 1990 in the former USSR, prayer is “the flight of the heart toward God.” This work, available for the first...

Peter Chaadaev (1794-1856) is rightfully considered to be one of the forerunners of modern Russian philosophy. There is a famous scene from his life that may help us to understand both his own thought as well as the whole subsequent tradition of Russian...

The Eastern Churches: An Address to the Lord Bishop of Lincoln (1840) is a book written by William Robert Fremantle. This book is a detailed exploration of the history and beliefs of the Eastern Churches, including the Eastern Orthodox Church, the...

Hesychianarum Emendationum Specimen Novum Sive Appendix Observationum Criticarum (1742) est opus auctore Triller, Daniel Wilhelm. In hoc libro, auctor observationes criticas de Hesychio, lexicographo Graeco saeculi quinti, offert. Triller emendationes et...

This narrative describes a transformative encounter between a Saracen leader, Amerumnes, and a Christian priest, set against the backdrop of a miraculous event in a church dedicated to Saint George. After witnessing the death of camels in the church and...

The text details a significant conversation between Eastern Roman Emperor and Count Paul regarding the unity of the Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches. The Emperor expresses concern over the division within the Church and the consequences of such...

This document outlines a series of actions and decrees by the patriarch John XIII, who reaffirms the rights and privileges of the Mesopotamian monastery and addresses the patriarch of Antioch regarding the need for unity within the church. It discusses...

This work by the Ecumenical Patriarch notes of the spiritual importance of the Feast of the Mother of God, highlighting her exalted status as a divine figure who brings joy and salvation to humanity. It illustrates her purity and the significance of her...

This theological discourse addresses the significance of the Eucharist and the nature of the bread used in its celebration. It argues against the use of unleavened bread, asserting that leavened bread is more appropriate due to its connection to life and...

In "A Brief Apology of St. Gennadius Scholarius," the author critiques the Latin Church's addition to the Nicene Creed, particularly the "Filioque" clause, which he argues is a significant theological error that led to the schism between the Eastern and...

In Cyril's parable, he emphasizes the importance of comprehending Holy Scriptures for spiritual nourishment and virtuous living. He illustrates the dynamics between the soul and body, portraying the body as crippled and the soul as blind, both unable to...

This monastic work explores the dual forms of unity with God that facilitate intelligent prayer, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding the mind and heart towards divine communion. It outlines practical instructions for effective prayer,...

This text serves as a theological treatise defending the practice of venerating icons in Eastern Christianity. It outlines the belief in the Holy Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and the significance of the saints, arguing that icons are not idols but...

The sermons of St. George convey the grandeur of a Greek Christmas, highlighting the joy and illumination it brings to those who gather for the incarnation. The text underscores the importance of spiritual offerings over lineage, illustrating how true...

This work delves into the fears associated with death, judgment, and the afterlife, portraying a vivid picture of the soul's journey post-death. It emphasizes the inevitable judgment that awaits every individual, where one's deeds are scrutinized,...

In this discourse, John the monk of Damascus extols the significance of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary, emphasizing her exalted status as the Mother of God. The text invites all of creation to rejoice in this divine event, celebrating Mary's unique...

This text describes the proceedings of a synod that was convened against Saint John Chrysostom, characterized by bias and hostility from its members. The synod comprised various bishops who acted as judges and accusers simultaneously. A total of...

In this homily, John of Damascus extols the virtues of Saint John Chrysostom, highlighting his remarkable oratory skills and his ability to articulate complex theological concepts, particularly concerning the nature of God and the Trinity. The text...

In his discourse, Leontius the Presbyter of Constantinople reflects on the mid-Pentecost celebration, highlighting its spiritual significance as a time of joy for believers. He contrasts this with the Old Testament celebrations, emphasizing that...

In a theological discourse, Maximus the Monk discusses the concepts of justice and the soul's struggle against earthly desires. He references biblical teachings, particularly the notion of turning the other cheek and the significance of Christ's...

This Kievan work elaborates on the theological shift from the Mosaic Law to the grace brought by Jesus Christ, highlighting the fulfillment of prophecies and the spread of Christianity among nations, including the Russian people. It praises Khan Vladimir...

This work provides a comprehensive account of the life of Saint John Chrysostom, focusing on his noble beginnings in Antioch, his education and early religious life, and his rise to become a prominent bishop. It details his commitment to monasticism, his...

King Bela of Hungary, in a series of documents, addresses the governance of his kingdom by establishing land grants and privileges for his subjects. He reduces the number of jobagions in Turiec to maintain order and grants land to loyal subjects,...

George, the Metropolitan of Kiev, addresses a series of theological disagreements with the Latin Church, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the original teachings of Christ and the early Church Fathers. He outlines 27 points of contention,...

This Greek work intricately weaves together themes of battle, motherhood, and divine intervention through the character of Tekousa, who symbolizes both childbirth and warfare. It recounts the challenges faced by a city under siege from barbarian forces,...

In this encomium, Hesychios, a presbyter of Jerusalem, extols the virtues and contributions of the Apostle Andrew. He describes Andrew as the first-called apostle, a foundational figure of the Church, and a herald of the Gospel. The text highlights the...

This medieval work presents three significant charters from the 12th and 13th centuries in Eastern Europe, focusing on the governance and regulations established by local princes. The first charter by Ivan Rostislavovich confirms customs exemptions for...

This work presents a Christian rebuttal to Islamic beliefs, emphasizing the purity and divinity of Christ while denouncing the teachings of Mohammed and the Saracen faith. It argues for the significance of Christ's virgin birth, His fulfillment of...

"The Life of Saint Antony" is one of the earliest and most influential Christian biographies. Written by Athanasius of Alexandria, a prominent church father and bishop in the early Christian Church, this work is considered one of the most important texts...

Hier wordt de eeuwenoude monastieke spiritualiteit getrouw beschreven, zoals die tot op de dag van vandaag nog leeft in sommige kloosters op de berg Athos in Griekenland, in de woestijn van Egypte en Judea en in de kloosters op de Balkan. De auteur voert...

« J’ai été amené fatalement à l’étude de la doctrine de l’Église orthodoxe. Ma communion avec l’Église orthodoxe m’avait sauvé du désespoir...

La Condottiera is a murder mystery, featuring a priest accused of a heinous crime, not resolved until the very end of the novel, after many twists and turns of the plot. It takes place amid the horrific suffering of the Romanian people under the...

On July 6, 2013, Father Mina Abood was martyred. In this book, you will follow along the mere thirty-eight-year-long journey spent by this honored presbyter on the earth. It begins with his early life and humble beginnings as a servant in his home-city...

Have you ever referred to God as "the Man upstairs"? Most Western Christians living in a secular society have unwittingly relegated God and all things spiritual to the "second storey" of the universe: a realm we cannot reach except through death. The...

The writings of the Church Fathers constitute the "first story" of the Christian faith, built upon its apostolic foundation. Patristic scholar James Payton makes the Fathers more accessible by selecting passages that are easily applicable to...

Толкование на Евангелие от Марка авторства святого Феофилакта Болгарского, архиепископа Охридского, является важным богословским трудом, представляющим собой глубокий анализ второго из четырёх канонических Евангелий Нового Завета. Это произведение...

The Orthodox Church has been characterized by some as ""the best-kept secret in North America."" Making use of personal interviews and correspondence, magazine and news articles, and other publications, Timothy Cremeens weaves the story of a spiritual...

This book explores the somatic hymns - Mälkə' - addressed to saints in the Ethiopian and Eritrean Churches, their origin and development, and transmission and use in the present day. This vast and hitherto untapped collection of hymns are an important...