RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
RTOC Diocese of Pallini & Western Europe
This year, as happens when Pascha is late, New Calendarists will not observe the Fast of the Holy Apostles. According to the New Calendar, today is the 29th of June, which is for them the Feast of the Holy Apostles…
Throughout history, the resilience and endurance of the Orthodox faithful have been tested by numerous challenges. Among the most profound of these tests is the tragic fall of Constantinople and the Byzantine Empire. This cataclysmic event did not occur in…
In the Orthodox Christian tradition, the journey towards salvation is often described as a process of healing. This perspective stems from the understanding that sin is not merely a legal transgression but a spiritual illness that wounds the soul. Consequently,…
St. Dionysius the Areopagite, an illustrious figure in the history of the Orthodox Church, once wisely stated, “nothing is good if not done well (in a good matter).” This profound insight holds a timeless relevance, particularly when we consider the…
In a previous post, we mentioned the mystical tradition of hesychasm, a cornerstone of Orthodox spirituality dedicated to inner stillness and contemplative prayer. Today, we continue this journey by exploring one of the most revered and powerful spiritual practices within…
Hesychasm, a mystical tradition deeply rooted in the True Orthodox Church, offers a pathway to inner peace and divine communion through silent prayer and stillness. Originating from the Greek word “hesychia,” meaning silence or stillness, this practice encapsulates the essence…
Understanding of the Holy Trinity The doctrine of the Holy Trinity, central to Orthodox Christianity, holds that there is one God in three Persons: Father, Son,and Holy Spirit. These Persons are consubstantial (of the same essence or substance) and co-eternal,…
God left evil people to live among the good so that the good could shine even more. The evil also profit from living among the good because it brings to them sanctimony, they feel ashamed, they blush before the others,…
