Yes, Virginia, the early Church practiced confession... in Church.The Early Church Fathers on ConfessionHere are some quotes from early church fathers which show the sacramental tradition of the Mystery of Confession’s unbroken lineage from the earliest days of the Christian church.Didache 4:14; … [Read more...]
What is the Nous, and How is it Distinct from the Soul?
by Fr. John WhitefordMore excellent work from "Stump the Priest"Question: "What do we mean by the "nous," how is it distinct from the soul, and are the Orthodox the only ones who speak about the "nous"?"This question is complicated by the fact that the word "nous" (which is usually translated into … [Read more...]
How the Holy Fire Descends Upon the Holy Sepulchre
Christ is Risen! Here at Preachers Institute we wish you all a glorious and fruitful Pascha! Enjoy this account of the Holy Fire from the 19th cnetury witness Abbot Danil. The following is a description of the Holy Light, which descends upon the Holy Sepulchre, as the Lord vouchsafed to show it … [Read more...]
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