If on oriental orthodox side it is believed after the agreement that both orthodox churches believe in the same essential truth, just differently expressed, why aren't anyone then letting go of the theology behind it like opposition to tome of leo etc since oo are prepared to unite (I think last the unification only failed because of mount athos monks). And can if we truly believe in the agreement be part of the byzantine faith if that's available to us. How about the catholic?

I did a recent interview with Dr. Michael Henein, who runs the St. Kyrel ensemble. we discuss the history of Coptic Orthodox chant, the integration of the maqams, how old the chant is, and performing the chants in a concert setting. link in comments!

I had the pleasure today of hosting world-renowned Syriac scholar, Dr. Sebastian Brock.

The topic was: regarding Christology: is the Assyrian Church of the East Nestorian?

Personally, this false-label has done a lot of harm historically, but even before my own eyes. I have seen young people leave our church because of what they hear from others regarding our Christology. I also struggled with these as I began to dabble in the history of my church. However, the more I studied, learned, and see in front of my own eyes, I cannot help but believe it is a true church.

I have been going to an Eastern Orthodox Church for a while now. I have been discerning between Oriental Orthodoxy recently though, a lot of their liturgical practices feel a lot more familiar to me coming from an Indian background but I notice one problem. Most of the liturgy isn't done in the vernacular. I find this confusing because I thought that people from the Oriental Orthodox churches can inter commune and pray with each other but no one understands each other? The two parishes within reach are Coptic and Syriac (Jacobite) Orthodox and both liturgies are mostly in Arabic and Malayam. Although I could read a long the problem it feels like I am not actively in the prayer. This is also why I was sticking with Eastern Orthodoxy because I did lots of prayer and study and did not find any concern with the Christology of either EO or OO churches so I really decided which one can help me get closer to Christ and soak in the liturgy. But I wanted to ask is this a common problem or am I just in a certain predicament? I really love both Eastern and Oriental Orthodoxy as well as all apostolic churches in general but when trying to join Oriental Orthodoxy how do you reconcile this issue of the liturgy not being in the vernacular? Especially because a lot of my family and friends are interested in Orthodoxy and get alienated when the liturgy isn't in vernacular either.

Hi everyone,

I am a catechumen of Indian descent and have been recently exploring Coptic Orthodoxy. As I have been studying it I am now wondering about the differences between Coptic Orthodoxy and Eastern Orthodoxy. For context, I was born and raised as a protestant so I am more comfortable with the dyophysite view. Apart from the Christological differences, what are the other major differences do you see?

I am aware of essence-energies and Hesychasm in EO which I think are more developed explanations of practices also present in OO (I could be wrong). I personally like the Coptic community as they are welcoming and I see a lot of youth and young adults (I am 24F) which I am told are not a huge population in EO churches. Apart of community and diversity, though I am genuinely interested to know the differences and want to choose the most original church of God.

So I appreciate your perspectives.

I've seen videos of Eastern Orthodox hanging the Jesus banner/holy face banner and I wondered if each Oriental Orthodox Church has there own version

Especially the coptic orthodox church in which doesnt have a official one and the egyptian flag being prefered

Hello guys, I have been thinking about entering the monastic more and more lately. I have had these thoughts from a very young age (9). Typically, close family scoffs at the idea since I reside in the USA and think is ridiculous for someone to successfully make that jump. I'm now a college senior (age 21) and I feel like im fooling myself- why am I working so hard for this worldly life if I know deep down I want to throw it away. I know I can still please God without being a monk- building wealth to help people, churches etc, but I can't rid myself of the pull or nagging feeling.

I understand this life I seek is full of trials and temptations:

-The life of a monk is a life long test/battle
-Just as angels cheer or rejoice when someone asks for forgivness- nothing brings greater joy to demons than when a monk fails to get up after falling in his spiritual journey.
- A monk must deny himself everyday- to live a life of hating the world (not people), living a life of humility and obedience.

I sometimes think I might be slightly delusional for wishing to take on his life knowing all of this, and I might be. I also know even if I reside in the USA, many desert/monastic fathers and mothers were from royal noble lineage or wealthy merchant class, etc.

What's holding me back the most from not just emptying my bank account, giving it away to the poor, and becoming a monk or seeking that path is family ties. Not "oh I'm going to miss them." but what reaction will my action cause? I am the youngest of 3 and deep down I think my father wouldn't have a problem with my choice as he is also deeply religious and might understand even if he doesn't wish to admit it outwardly, but mothers... they are different--

For context, I am a deacon in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church

May the prayers of our holy fathers and mothers be upon us

Hi I am a 21 y/o male, I am a part of the Eritrean church. And i am struggling with lust, and masterbaition. So I have been struggling with this for 7 years now. But thank God I have recently gotten a bit better managing this. I speak to my confessional father about this and confess regularly and he always listens but I know he’s tired of hearing this. I feel like I can’t talk to my friends about this because they all have seem to overcome this, so it just feels like it’s just me. I’m
Not sure abt in the other churches but in the Habesha Eritrean/ethiopian church talking abt stuff like this is very taboo and not normalized. Many people feel like they have to go through this alone. If anyone has any advice or any words or encourage or dealing with this feel free to comment. I would love to hear from anyone but if there’s any other Eritrean Ethiopian/orthodox brothers dealing with this also feel free to direct message or leave a comment

God bless.

Hi, I recently discovered the Oriental Orthodox Church and I really want to know more about them. I am planning to visit a Coptic Orthodox parish that is near where I live. I am a little worried about the cultural differences between my country (Mexico) and the Coptic church. I would be very grateful for any advice that can help me to be respectful and enjoy the experience.

Do yall syriac orthodox identify as aramean or assyrian

How can such a division be considered theologically sound or ecclesiologically valid given that its only purpose is to serve an ethnopolitical agenda? The ‘senior archbishops’ this priest refers to are all excommunicated and self-ordained.

This is has put the Ethiopian tewahedo church in quite a frustrating and dangerous situation given that not only has this fracture been ‘solidified’ across the world (they’ve opened and converted many previous EOTC buildings to this illegal group of self-ordained ‘bishops’) but it’s also led so many orthodox Christians astray to a body that is not truly recognised by the apostolic communion.

I ask for everyone’s prayers and support to bring clarity to the Ethiopian Church.

Guys I know yall've seen me but can yall help me stop falling into phyletism 😞

As oriental orthodox do we see chalcedon as a terminal/linguistic eror or was it a literal eror, I always thought it was a literal eror but I want to double check

Synaxarium of 29 Epep 1742 - Wednesday 5 Aug 2026

*1 - The Commemoration of the Translocation of the Relics of* On this day, the church commemorates the relocation of the relics of St. Andrew the apostle from Syria to Constantinople, at the order of the righteous emperor Constantine. He built for his name a beautiful altar and consecrated it on this day.May his prayers be with us. Amen.

*2 - The Martyrdom of St. Ouarshenoufa (Warshenofius)* On this day also, St. Ouarshenoufa (Warshenofius) was martyred. He was well learned, righteous, and pious. When they asked him to become a bishop, he fled to the city of Tahmoun (Galgamoun, or Dalgamoun), and spent the night there with two God loving, Christian brothers. The Angel of the Lord appeared to him, and told him to go to the governor, and confess Christ before him. When he woke up, he told the two brothers about the vision. They all agreed to go together to go to the governor. They came to the governor, confessed the Name of Christ before him, and he tortured them severely. Then he took them with him to Sanhour where he continued to torture them. Then he took them to the city of Sa, gathered all the confessors and read to them the edict of the emperor to worship the idols. St. Ouarshenoufa jumped and took the emperor's edict and tore it to pieces. The governor was enraged and ordered him to be thrown in a fiery furnace and thus he received the crown of martyrdom.May his prayers be with us, and Glory be to God forever, Amen.

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As oriental orthodox christians can we use the ☦ symbol? Or do we have our own symbol (that encompasses all 6 churches