The Orthodox Eastern Church Before The Schism

The book titled ""The Orthodox Eastern Church Before The Schism"" by Adrian Fortescue is a comprehensive study of the history and development of the Orthodox Church before the Great Schism of 1054. The author provides a detailed account of the early Christian Church, tracing its roots back to the Apostolic era and examining its growth and evolution over time. Fortescue explores the theological, liturgical, and cultural aspects of the Orthodox Church, delving into topics such as the development of the Eastern liturgy, the role of icons and the veneration of saints, and the relationship between the Church and the state. He also discusses the various controversies and disputes that arose within the Church, including the debates over the use of the filioque clause in the Nicene Creed and the tensions between the Eastern and Western Churches.Throughout the book, Fortescue provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the history of the Orthodox Church, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to support his arguments. He also includes a helpful glossary of terms and a detailed bibliography for further reading.Overall, ""The Orthodox Eastern Church Before The Schism"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, particularly the development of the Eastern Orthodox tradition. It provides a comprehensive overview of the early Church and sheds light on the factors that led to the eventual split between the Eastern and Western Churches.THIS 134 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Orthodox Eastern Church, by Adrian Fortescue. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417910607.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.