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Mar 9, 2011 · The Orthodox people do not only pray for peace and believe that God has destined the world to live in justice, peace and unity, but as a result of their faith they are called to be active peacemakers as St. Nicholas Cabasilas states: “Christians, as disciples of Christ who made all things for peace, are to be ‘craftsmen of peace ...
Feb 17, 2021 · The Holy Spirit gives peace, the Sign of God’s presence. to those who imitate Him. Saint Seraphim of Sarov said, "Aquire the Spirit of peace and a thousand souls around you will be saved." And Saint Anatoly of Optina states: "Wherever God is – there is peace.
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Nov 23, 2011 · Respect of human dignity and recognition of human rights demand the development of a culture of peace and justice. The Orthodox Church actively participates together with other Christian churches and communities of living faiths in the building of such a culture of peace with justice for all.
Mar 24, 2016 · Orthodox thinkers dealt with issues as diverse as poverty, environmental stewardship and access to natural resources, peace, and war, and provided clear guidance and instructions for charitable and philanthropic action.
- Elizabeth H. Prodromou, Nathanael Symeonides
- 2016
Mar 31, 2024 · In my journey through Orthodox Christianity, I’ve discovered a remarkable blueprint for attaining inner peace and spiritual depth: the practice of sacred silence. True silence goes beyond simply refraining from speech; it’s about creating a space within the heart where the soul can commune with God.
Inner Peace by St. Theophan the Recluse. One who sets out on the path of true life after Repentance and Communion should instill peace within himself. Rules for dispersing inner disturbance: unceasing remembrance of God, a resolve to act according to one's conscience in every matter great or small and patient expectation of success.
Timothy Miller and Susan Holman examine the longue durée of Orthodox thought and practice regarding humanitarianism, in the process, illustrating that the roots of Christian humanitarianism lie in the ancient Christian East, most notably, in patristic teachings of the 4th.
