The Greek And Eastern Churches

By Walter Frederic Adeney and D.D. Adeney, Walter F., M.A.

Book Overview

""The Greek and Eastern Churches"" by Walter F. Adeney is a comprehensive overview of the history, theology, and practices of the Eastern Orthodox Church and the other Eastern Christian churches. The book covers the origins of the Eastern churches, their relationship with the Roman Catholic Church, and their distinctive beliefs and practices, including the use of icons, the veneration of saints, and the role of the liturgy in worship. Adeney also explores the political and cultural factors that have shaped the development of the Eastern churches, including the Byzantine Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the rise of nationalism in the 19th and 20th centuries. Written in a clear and accessible style, ""The Greek and Eastern Churches"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and theology of Eastern Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432634712
• ISBN13: 9781432634711
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 2.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"