Akathist to the Great Martyr Saint Abanoub the Holy Child - Orthodox Reflections
St Abanoub is an Egyptian child martyr. Venerated in Alexandria before the Chalcedonian schism, an amazing saint and powerful intercessor.| Orthodox Reflections
An akathist is a standing hymn of prayer and praise in Orthodox Christianity, meaning “not sitting” in Greek, and refers to devotional hymns dedicated to Christ, the Virgin Mary, or various saints. These akathists are available in English for the first time, having recently translated by Maximos from the original language.| Orthodox Reflections
What was the nature of man as created by God? Why did man fall, and why was the forbidden tree even in Eden? Why did sin bring death, and what is the true nature of temptation? The post Part III of the Western Series: Falling for the Fruit of Spiritual Adultery appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Christians believe in One God, eternally existing in Three Divine Persons. How often, however, do we pray to the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Giver of Life? The post Canticle of the Holy Spirit appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Is Patriarch Bartholomew an Orthodox hierarch, or a Globalist asset? Compare his record of chasing money and political influence with that of Patriarch Daniel of Romania. The post Two Very Different Patriarchs – Constantinople vs Romania appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
How much of your soul would you trade for more physical life, if the Tradition of the Church says that death is preferable to taking an evil medicine that could cure you? The post The Medical Ethics of St John Chrysostom appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Resources to pray for the souls of the reposed, as well as prayers for our own perseverance in the faith, a good death, and final repentance. The post Akathist to God the Father for the Reposed Souls appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
A fool for Christ who preached in the streets of a communist country barefoot and wearing rags. HIs zeal for Christ earned him persecution from both the government and the "official" Orthodox Church in Romania. This article includes his Akathist, and the story of his life in English for the first time. The post The Life of our Father among the Saints, Father Nil Dorobanțu, the Fool for Christ of Romania, Holy Theologian and Confessor, with His Akathist appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Evangelical support for Israel and Ukraine is built on ignorance of who Rabbinic Jews and Ukrainian radicals really are. If you oppose moral degenerates at home, why support them abroad? The post Morally Confused Evangelical Protestants Continue to Support the Ukraine and Israel appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Written for Western Christians, Part II examines the nature of Primordial (Pre-Fallen) Man and their true purpose as male and female through Image and Likeness. The post Part II of the Western Series: True Love Makes Truly Human appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
Trump's deal with Pfizer has shocked a lot of MAGA. It is just the latest betrayal by Trump of his base. There is no rational reason to expect any better out of American politics. The post Trump Jabs MAGA in the Face with mRNA appeared first on Orthodox Reflections.| Orthodox Reflections
St Abanoub is an Egyptian child martyr. Venerated in Alexandria before the Chalcedonian schism, an amazing saint and powerful intercessor.| Orthodox Reflections
The Ukrainian Govt is totally dependent on Western support. All Westerners are implicated in Kiev's persecution of the UOC. Before God, we cannot be silent.| Orthodox Reflections
Prophet Samuel anointed the first two kings of Israel. That is only part of his amazing legacy that this Akathist remembers.| Orthodox Reflections
We praise the Son of God, and we pray to you, Holy Abraham, who are the father of all who believe in the True God.| Orthodox Reflections
Let us sing words of praise with faith to God's chosen creation, Adam, our first ancestor, together with Eve, who was created from his rib.| Orthodox Reflections
Metropolitan Theodosius of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church has sent a letter to Patriarch Bartholomew on the persecution of innocent Christians.| Orthodox Reflections
Freedom of speech is under attack from both 'sides' of the political spectrum. Will A.G.I. emerge as the arbiter of acceptable speech?| Orthodox Reflections
Oracle Films releases The Agenda: Their Vision - Your Future. Expert commentary tours the digital prison a technocratic elite is building.| Orthodox Reflections
Do you recognize the coming dictatorship of the Antichrist? What role are American politicians playing? What role are you playing?| Orthodox Reflections
To be prayed continually for someone or for yourself in order to obtain repentance and conversion to Christ before you or that person dies.| Orthodox Reflections
If Charlie Kirk died a martyr, what was he a martyr for exactly? Was he a martyr for Christ and His Kingdom, or for much more earthly goals?| Orthodox Reflections
What is the true nature of Orthodox Christianity, and is the faith compatible with Oriental practices such as Zen Buddhism?| Orthodox Reflections
Christianity so decisively defeated Paganism, that little is even known about its daily religious practices and beliefs. So how could the demons be coming back?| Orthodox Reflections
Exciting new resources are now available for American Orthodox military personnel, with even more coming soon.| Orthodox Reflections
Many traditionalists tout a return to Roman Catholicism to renew a declining Western world. Returning to a non-Apostolic faith will not help.| Orthodox Reflections
How do you hide a revolution in plain sight? The Orthodox Divine Liturgy celebrated at St. Bart's Episcopal shows us the answer.| Orthodox Reflections
The Covid vaccines have been the subjects of a massive marketing campaign. Religious institutions, knowingly or not, are playing a big role.| Orthodox Reflections
Starting in Fall 2021, Hellenic College Holy Cross requires students and staff to be fully vaccinated. This raises serious ethical concerns.| Orthodox Reflections
Archbishop Elpidophoros is wrong. There is a religious exemption for the COVID vaccine mandates. Without free will, there is no Orthodoxy.| Orthodox Reflections
After decades of embracing the LGBTQ+ agenda, the Episcopal Church is a shadow of itself. Why is the GOA determined to follow suit?| Orthodox Reflections
An eyewitness to the beginning of the Ukrainian crisis exposes the truth of America's dangerous support for neo-Nazis and ultranationalists.| Orthodox Reflections
The traditional Orthodox method of receiving communion is being much discussed. An Orthodox MD looks at evidence concerning the safety of the common spoon.| Orthodox Reflections
A Greek Orthodox MD on the medical front-lines, whose husband recovered from Covid-19, decries the use of multiple communion spoons..| Orthodox Reflections
One hardly expects an Orthodox blessing to be compared to a NAZI salute in Sweden. But it happened, and we can't allow it to stand.| Orthodox Reflections
Free Speech for Orthodox Christians| Orthodox Reflections
Anti-Orthodox Christian hit pieces everywhere, "Russophobia" is very high, while modernists work to transform the Orthodox Church. Why?| Orthodox Reflections
The National Security State worries too many people find the Orthodox Faith's steadfast rejection of WOKE to be an attractive alternative.| Orthodox Reflections
Nicholas from Orthodox Reflections talks to Michael Sisco on the regime's obsession with Orthodoxy, and the"labeling" Orthodox Christians.| Orthodox Reflections
What did the Greek Revolution of 1821 achieve? Was it betrayed by the Western powers and Greek traitors? Why?| Orthodox Reflections
Disaster Response Best Practices and Lessons Learned for Orthodox Christians are not optional. You can't wait for the government to help you.| Orthodox Reflections
Orthodox Christian military regularly attend Roman Catholic mass. No Orthodox chaplains, and no local parish either. We must do better.| Orthodox Reflections
An Orthodox priest warns Trump could bring about the triumph of "Christian Nationalism". Is Trump against Constantinople? What is happening?| Orthodox Reflections
An academic priest challenged traditional Orthodox communion using illogical and cherry-picked examples. Here a writer defends the Faith.| Orthodox Reflections
Wouldn’t the loving pastoral practice be helping those who are fearful put away fear, rather than encouraging it by changing how we worship?| Orthodox Reflections
The world is changing at a rapid pace, but within Orthodoxy, change is coming to restore traditions we have lost but desperately need.| Orthodox Reflections
Christian Doctrine comes foundationally through promise, revelation, and dominical word, confirmed through sober community ratification.| Orthodox Reflections
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Trump's actions on immigration, fiscal policy, privacy, and war make MAGA Republicans angry. This was always going to be the outcome.| Orthodox Reflections
The Post WWII crusade against the foundations of Western Civilization doesn't stem from a conspiracy. Worse, it comes from a consensus.| Orthodox Reflections
Archbishop Elpidophoros does not need to clarify his remarks from the March for Life. Anyone paying attention knows he endorsed abortion.| Orthodox Reflections
The Patriarchate of Constantinople and GOARCH are openly aligned with policies that are alienating and harming tens of millions of people.| Orthodox Reflections
Is a change to Orthodox Christian communion merely a first step towards fundamentally changing the Church? There is a movement to do just that.| Orthodox Reflections
The international community, far too long silent, must speak up about the persecution of the Orthodox Church in Estonia.| Orthodox Reflections
Trump is running a campaign to suppress criticism of Zionism powered by data mining technology and run by religious extremists.| Orthodox Reflections
A compendium of resources documenting the harm to human health of dangerous, experimental COVID vaccines. Perfect to bookmark and share.| Orthodox Reflections
The U.S. medical, regulatory, corporate, and political systems are deeply corrupt. The Pfizer vaccine approval is another symptom of this.| Orthodox Reflections
Guidance and letter samples for COVID vaccine religious exemptions based on aborted fetal cells, obedience to Orthodox Saints, and freedom of conscience.| Orthodox Reflections
What is the hardest coalition to overcome in a public policy struggle? How about a coalition you don't even realize exists?| Orthodox Reflections
It seems everyone is an expert on Covid these days, but how many attempt to practice true discernment regarding the vaccines and treatments?| Orthodox Reflections
The epidemic is not the reason that we live now in a moment that demands real faith. The reason for that necessity is fear.| Orthodox Reflections
Archbishop Elpidophoros marched with Black Lives Matter. Now BLM's most famous spokesman is calling for the destruction of holy images.| Orthodox Reflections
The UOC is not giving up the fight. The Church has hired an American Jewish lawyer to take the fight to the international courts.| Orthodox Reflections
Persecution of the true Orthodox Church in Ukraine is increasing. Global Orthodoxy rightly condemns it. Why not also condemn Russia's invasion?| Orthodox Reflections
The suffering and dying of Syrian Christians is met with silence in the West. American policy created this disaster. We must pay attention.| Orthodox Reflections
MAGA cheers President Trump's moves for peace in Ukraine, but few are criticizing renewed war in the Middle East and fresh censorship at home.| Orthodox Reflections
Progressive "Orthodox" Christians and the media are telling many lies about the religious situation in Ukraine. Time to tell the truth.| Orthodox Reflections
Academics are trying to muddle teaching that is traditional and clear, while incorporating leftist dogma that is alien to the Orthodox Faith.| Orthodox Reflections
As an American looking for the historic Christian Faith, my first stop was Roman Catholicism. The Roman Church was just not what I imagined.| Orthodox Reflections
If Europe had been Southern Baptist, why visit? The old buildings are quaint and the castles kind of cool. But the real beauty is in the churches.| Orthodox Reflections
Millennialism, in all its forms, is the curse of the modern world. The fruits of this heresy are always rotten.| Orthodox Reflections
At the core of Progressivism is an increasingly dangerous belief in a future Utopia created by technocratic elites.| Orthodox Reflections
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The religious roots of the West are Orthodox Catholicism, as shown by the many pre-Schism saints the Orthodox commemorate.| Orthodox Reflections
COVID is planned as the new "War on Terror" - a perpetual source of corporate profits, government jobs, and more power for those at the top.| Orthodox Reflections
The Orthodox Faith of today is the same that transformed the classical world, created childhood, and declared the personhood of women.| Orthodox Reflections
Orthodox Christianity is revelation. It is frequently beyond our rational understanding. Science is a method, and reason must always prevail.| Orthodox Reflections
The COVID pandemic is driven by a new religion supported by the mega-rich. One that seeks to transform humanity to gain eternal life for the elect.| Orthodox Reflections
A year into the "pandemic," faithfulness to the message of Covid is still hurting the witness of the Church and her most vulnerable souls.| Orthodox Reflections
Academics and hierarchs from the Greek Archdiocese frequently espouse concepts borrowed from Marxism that are anti-Orthodox and racist.| Orthodox Reflections
Why more lock downs? What is The Great Reset, and does Greek Orthodoxy support centralization of political and economic power?| Orthodox Reflections
An officially supported orthodoxy is incompatible with real science. Freedom of thought is essential for human moral and scientific progress.| Orthodox Reflections
In Ukraine and Syria, the incoming Trump Administration could protect Christians using American power and influence.| Orthodox Reflections
If you would live, die, and gain eternal life as a Christian, then your Christian conscience must guide you in all things. Even war.| Orthodox Reflections
As the deadline approaches for the eviction of the canonical Church from the center of Orthodox life in Kiev, here are 5 ways you can help.| Orthodox Reflections
We are sending the petition on the persecution of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church to every Orthodox Assembly, Synod, organization, other Christians, and government officials we can reach.| Orthodox Reflections
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The whole month of August in California is dedicated to the liturgical celebration of Transgenderism. Where we can, we need to embrace our Christian culture.| Orthodox Reflections
The root of Western Civilization is the Orthodox Church. That connection was lost, and our culture declined. Our culture can be reclaimed.| Orthodox Reflections
No "Orthodox" culture ever dropped down from Heaven. All "Orthodox" cultures are so only after native cultures were transformed by the Gospel.| Orthodox Reflections
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Too many voices within Orthodoxy tie the defense of traditional Orthodox morality to the “culture war” in an attempt to delegitimize opposition to blatantly harmful social policies as merely a political ploy to get votes. In reality, the Church’s teaching on sexuality, the nature of humanity, the sanctity of life and other moral issues transcends politics and is universal. Therefore, the “culture war” is not something the Church can avoid. That fight with darkness is essential to...| Orthodox Reflections
February 28, 2025| Orthodox Reflections
Americans are bad at holidays. The Orthodox need to teach them, and reach our neighbors with the fullness of the Christian Faith.| Orthodox Reflections
Donald Trump is squandering the biggest mandate for change ever given to a president. The work of the swamp the people voted to drain?| Orthodox Reflections
Despite efforts to "link" the two faiths via the phrase "Judeo-Christian", Orthodoxy and Rabbinic Judaism are incompatible in every way.| Orthodox Reflections
Western Civilization is not beset by multiple political movements. All are part of the political religion of Woke.| Orthodox Reflections
Many blame economic and social problems for our epidemic of despair. They contribute, but the real causes are spiritual. As is the solution.| Orthodox Reflections
