Old Testament in Eastern Orthodox tradition, The
Book Description
For those seeking to deepen their understanding of ancient wisdom traditions, this comprehensive exploration reveals how Eastern Orthodox Christianity has uniquely approached and interpreted the Hebrew Scriptures across centuries of spiritual practice.
Eugen J. Pentiuc addresses a significant gap in biblical scholarship by examining the distinctive ways Orthodox communities have received, understood, and lived with the Old Testament. Rather than treating these sacred texts as merely historical documents, the Orthodox tradition demonstrates a living, breathing relationship with Scripture that integrates intellectual study with mystical experience.
The work unfolds in two complementary sections that mirror the Orthodox approach itself. The first examines how these communities have received the biblical texts, exploring questions of canon, textual transmission, and the relationship between Scripture and sacred Tradition. The second delves into Orthodox interpretive methods, revealing both analytical approaches rooted in patristic wisdom and intuitive practices expressed through liturgical worship.
Particularly fascinating is the author's exploration of how Orthodox believers encounter Scripture through multiple senses. Beyond traditional commentary, the Old Testament comes alive through hymns, chanted psalms, and visual representations in icons and church art. This multifaceted engagement creates what the author terms "liturgical exegesis," where biblical meaning emerges through communal worship and contemplative practice.
This scholarly yet accessible study offers valuable insights for anyone interested in how ancient spiritual communities have maintained vibrant connections with foundational religious texts across generations.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~12 hours)
📄 Length: 414 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Bibel
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Bible, commentaries, o. t.
- ✓ Explore Rezeption
- ✓ Explore Doctrines
- ✓ Explore Orthodox eastern church
- ✓ Explore Orthodox Eastern Church
- ✓ Explore Canon
