Ecclesiasticus II
Orthodox Icons, Saints, Feasts And Prayer
George Dion Dragas
308 pages | ~9 hrs
Ecclesiasticus II
Orthodox Icons, Saints, Feasts And Prayer
By George Dion Dragas
Ecclesiasticus II offers a profound exploration of Orthodox Christian spirituality through four interconnected dimensions that shape the faithful's relationship with the divine. George Dion Dragas presents a collection of scholarly essays that illuminate the rich theological and devotional traditions of Eastern Orthodoxy, making complex spiritual concepts accessible to contemporary seekers.
The journey begins with an examination of sacred imagery and the historical struggles surrounding iconoclastic controversies. Drawing from the original writings of St. John of Damascus, readers discover how visual representations serve as windows to the sacred, bridging the material and spiritual realms. This foundation leads naturally into the world of Orthodox hagiography, where the lives of saints provide timeless models of spiritual transformation and divine encounter.
The exploration continues through the liturgical calendar, revealing how movable and immovable feasts create a rhythm of sacred time that nurtures spiritual growth throughout the year. These celebrations connect believers to the eternal story of salvation while marking their personal journey of faith.
The final section focuses on prayer as the cornerstone of Orthodox spirituality, featuring interpretations of the Lord's Prayer by two revered spiritual masters: St. Maximos the Confessor and St. Macarios of Corinth. Their insights reveal layers of meaning within this fundamental Christian prayer, offering practical wisdom for deepening one's communion with God.
This comprehensive work serves both as scholarly resource and spiritual guide for anyone seeking to understand the contemplative depths of Orthodox Christian tradition.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Iconoclasm
- ✓ Explore Orthodoxos Ekklēsia tēs Hellados
- ✓ Deepen your prayer practice
- ✓ Explore Icons
- ✓ Explore Orthodox Eastern Church
- ✓ Explore Prayer
- ✓ Explore Christian saints
- ✓ Explore Fasts and feasts
Topics
Details
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Orthodox Research Institute
- ISBN-13
- 9780974561806
- ISBN-10
- 0974561800
- Pages
- 308
- Language
- EN
