Download or read book Western Rites of Syriac Malankara Orthodox Churches written by George Alexander and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-05-11 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is one of the first research studies on Western Rite Orthodox communities of Oriental Orthodox Churches, with emphasis and special reference to the Syriac Orthodox Church of Antioch and the Indian Orthodox Malankara Church. Two Western Rites, the Independent Catholic Church of Ceylon, Goa and India and the Christian (Old Orthodox) Catholic Rite Church of America was constituted with the blessings and permission of Moran Mor Ignatius Peter IV (III) - Patriarch of Antioch and All East. These communities came into existence as a result of the great missionary vision of Patriarch Ignatius Peter IV (III) and the Prelates of Malankara. The book is a journey through the great missionary efforts of Patriarch Ignatius Peter IV (III), Malankara Metropolitan Pulikkottil Mar Joseph Dionysius II, Metropolitan Alvares Mar Julius, Archbishop Rene Vilatte Mar Timotheus I, Dr. Lisboa Pinto, St. Gregorious of Parumala and other great leaders of Syriac and Malankara Churches.

Download or read book West Syrian Liturgical Theology written by Baby Varghese and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the past three centuries, studies on the West Syrian liturgy have been mainly concerned with the texts or tracing the history of the rites. West Syrian liturgical theology has received little attention. This is the first book to explain the important orientations of the West Syrian liturgical tradition. What is the role of liturgy in the life and witness of the Church? What does the Church aim to accomplish in and through the liturgy? How is the celebration related to the fundamental principles of the Christian faith? These are some of the questions that this book attempts to answer. An historical sketch of West Syrian liturgy and summary of the structure of the celebrations, namely the Daily Office, Anaphora and other sacraments, sets the context for the deeper explorations into the West Syrian liturgy. Explaining the meaning of the arrangement of the liturgy in various liturgical units, Fr Varghese draws on the West Syrian liturgical commentaries and homilies on liturgical celebrations. Other oriental orthodox liturgical traditions and East Syrian sources are also examined, and key theological principles and ecclesiological and eschatological dimensions are explored. A bibliography of the West Syrian liturgy and a glossary of Syriac terms is provided.

Download or read book The Liturgy of Holy Qurbana in the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church A Historical Review written by Rev. Dr. Jameson K. Pallikunnil and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2023-06-30 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The celebration of the Holy Qurbana is the central and focal point of the faith life of the Holy Church. Holy Qurbana contains the whole spiritual wealth of the Church. The translation and revision of the Eucharistic liturgy is the basic visible expression of reformation in the Malankara Church. The formation and development of the Eucharistic liturgies in the churches has distinct story and relevance to share. The churches in Malankara also have their own unique trajectory of the development and existence of the Eucharistic Liturgy. In this book, the writer attempts to put forth the historical development of the Eucharistic Liturgy in the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church. The writer has examined the historical evolution and the developmental process of the Eucharistic liturgy of the church, which is a revised version of the liturgy of St. James. This book depicts a new set of reflections on the history of liturgy and worship in the Malanakara Mar Thoma Syrian Church. The study helps us to identify the historical roots and ecclesiastical relationship in the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church through the readings of the liturgical formations.

Download or read book Christianity in Western and Northern Europe written by Todd M. Johnson and published by Edinburgh University Press. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although the origins of Christianity lie in the Near East, Europe and Christianity have an exceptional relationship, since most Europeans perceive Christianity as a Western - more precisely, as a European - religion. The region has seen rapid social change in the 21st century, set off by factors including energy crisis and environmental awareness, poverty and exclusion, falling birthrates and increased migration, changing attitudes to sexuality, gender and family life, and challenges to Europe's idea of itself and place in the global order. Amidst all this flux, this volume focuses on one particular issue: the rapidly changing profile of the Christian faith that has shaped the life of the European continent for a millennium and more.At a time when patterns of Christian life and worship appear to be dying out, yet traces of new life are also appearing, this volume maps out the current reality of Christianity in Western and Northern Europe with all its questions and uncertainties.

Download or read book Historical Foundations of Worship Worship Foundations written by Melanie C. Ross and published by Baker Academic. This book was released on 2022-04-12 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume brings together an ecumenical team of scholars to offer a historical overview of how worship developed. The book first orients readers to the common core elements the global church shares in the history and development of worship theology and historical practice. It then introduces the major streams of worship practice: Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant, including Reformation traditions, evangelicalism, and Pentecostalism. The book includes introductions by John Witvliet and Nicholas Wolterstorff. A previous volume addressed the theological foundations of worship.

Download or read book Between Constantinople the Papacy and the Caliphate written by Krzysztof Kościelniak and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-03-31 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines the Melkite church from the Arab invasion of Syria in 634 until 969. The Melkite Patriarchates were established in Antioch, Jerusalem and Alexandria and, following the Arab campaigns in Syria and Egypt, they all came under the new Muslim state. Over the next decades the Melkite church underwent a process of gradual marginalization, moving from the privileged position of the state confession to becoming one of the religious minorities of the Caliphate. This transition took place in the context of theological and political interactions with the Byzantine Empire, the Patriarchate of Constantinople, the Papacy and, over time, with the reborn Roman Empire in the West. Exploring the various processes within the Melkite church this volume also examines Caliphate–Byzantine interactions, the cultural and religious influences of Constantinople, the synthesis of Greek, Arab and Syriac elements, the process of Arabization of communities, and Melkite relations with distant Rome.

Download or read book The Rites Controversies in the Early Modern World written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 427 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rites Controversies in the Early Modern World is a collection of fourteen articles focusing on debates concerning the nature of “rites” raging in intellectual circles of Europe, Asia and America in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The controversy started in Jesuit Asian missions where the method of accommodation, based on translation of Christianity into Asian cultural idioms, created a distinction between civic and religious customs. Civic customs were defined as those that could be included into Christianity and permitted to the new converts. However, there was no universal consensus among the various actors in these controversies as to how to establish criteria for distinguishing civility from religion. The controversy had not been resolved, but opened the way to radical religious scepticism. Contributors are: Claudia Brosseder, Michela Catto, Gita Dharampal-Frick, Pierre Antoine Fabre, Ana Carolina Hosne, Ronnie Po-Chia Hsia, Giuseppe Marcocci, Ovidiu Olar, Sabina Pavone, István Perczel, Nicholas Standaert, Margherita Trento, Guillermo Wilde and Ines G. Županov.

Download or read book Introduction to Eastern Christian Liturgies written by Maxwell E. Johnson and published by Liturgical Press. This book was released on 2022-02-05 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Introduction to Eastern Christian Liturgies, renowned liturgical scholars Stefanos Alexopoulos and Maxwell E. Johnson fulfill the need for a new, comprehensive, and straightforward survey of the liturgical life of the Eastern Christian Churches within the seven distinct liturgical Eastern rites still in existence today: Armenian, Byzantine, Coptic, Ethiopic, East Syrian, West Syrian, and Maronite. This topical overview covers baptism, chrismation, Eucharist, reconciliation, anointing, marriage, holy orders, burial, Liturgy of the Hours, the liturgical year, liturgical ethos and spirituality, and offers a brief yet comprehensive bibliography for further study. This book will be of special interest to masters-level students in liturgy and theology, pastoral ministers seeking an introduction to the liturgies of the Christian East, and all who seek to increase their knowledge of the liturgical riches of the Christian East.

Download or read book Shehimo written by and published by . This book was released on 2016-02-04 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains the daily liturgical prayers of the Malankara (Indian) Orthodox Church of the Syriac liturgical tradition. This book includes each of the canonical prayers (in verse) for the seven Hours of prayer for the seven days of the week. This is English version is a slightly modified equivalent of the Malayalam Shehimo as published by MOC Publications.

Download or read book Understanding World Christianity written by Dyron B. Daughrity and published by Fortress Press. This book was released on 2016-08-01 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each volume of the Understanding World Christianity series analyzes the state of Christianity from six different angles. The focus is always Christianity, but it is approached in an interdisciplinary manner—chronological, denominational, sociopolitical, geographical, biographical, and theological. Short, engaging chapters help readers understand the complexity of Christianity in the region and broaden their understanding of the region itself. Readers will understand the interplay of Christianity and culture, and will see how geography, borders, economics, and other factors influence Christian faith. In this exciting volume, Dyron B. Daughrity and Jesudas M. Athyal offer an introduction to Indian Christianity that has been desperately needed by scholars, students, and interested readers alike. Rich in experience and knowledge, Daughrity and Athyal introduce readers to the vibrancy of Indian Christianity like no other authors have done before.

Download or read book Principles of Sacred Liturgy written by Christopher Carstens and published by LiturgyTrainingPublications. This book was released on 2020-01-27 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus’ saving Paschal work continues today in the liturgy and sacraments. They have the power to sanctify and beatify those who engage the liturgy with proper minds and hearts. In this comprehensive and accessible book, Christopher Carstens opens up the ritual elements mystagogically: that is, he leads participants from what they can sense—a calendar day, a musical instrument, and word—to what is otherwise undetectable: Jesus Christ. He examines the core meaning of each liturgical element in creation, in the culture, in the Old Testament, in Christ, and in heaven. This book is an excellent resource for pastors, seminarians, permanent deacons and deacon candidates, lay ministers, and parish liturgy coordinators.

Download or read book Eastern Christianity and Politics in the Twenty First Century written by Lucian N. Leustean and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-05-30 with total page 867 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an up-to-date, comprehensive overview of Eastern Christian churches in Europe, the Middle East, America, Africa, Asia and Australia. Written by leading international scholars in the field, it examines both Orthodox and Oriental churches from the end of the Cold War up to the present day. The book offers a unique insight into the myriad church-state relations in Eastern Christianity and tackles contemporary concerns, opportunities and challenges, such as religious revival after the fall of communism; churches and democracy; relations between Orthodox, Catholic and Greek Catholic churches; religious education and monastic life; the size and structure of congregations; and the impact of migration, secularisation and globalisation on Eastern Christianity in the twenty-first century.

Download or read book Judiciary written by Fouad Sabry and published by One Billion Knowledgeable. This book was released on 2024-10-02 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Judiciary" explores the intricate web of justice that shapes societies. This compelling addition to the "Political Science" series delves into the pivotal role of courts and is essential for professionals, students, and enthusiasts eager to grasp the nuances of judicial systems. Each unveils a critical facet of this complex landscape: 1: Judiciary - Foundational concepts and significance of judiciary in political systems. 2: Marbury v. Madison - Landmark case establishing judicial review and balance of power in the U.S. 3: Corpus Juris Civilis - Ancient Roman legal code that laid the groundwork for modern legal systems. 4: Judicial Independence - The principle safeguarding courts from influence, crucial for impartial justice. 5: Court - Diverse forms and functions of courts globally, from constitutional courts to specialized tribunals. 6: Judiciary of Germany - Insights into the structure and operation of Europe’s influential judicial system. 7: Judiciary of Ukraine - Challenges and developments shaping Ukraine's judiciary in a dynamic political context. 8: Judicial Activism - Courts shaping social change through proactive law interpretation. 9: Canon Law of the Catholic Church - Unique legal system governing one of the oldest institutions in the world. 10: Supreme Court of Russia - Evolving role of Russia's highest court in the legal and political framework. 11: Canon Law - Intersections and distinctions between canonical legal traditions and secular law. 12: Roman Law - Enduring influence of ancient Roman legal principles on modern systems. 13: List of National Legal Systems - Diversity of global legal systems and unique approaches to justice. 14: Jus Commune - Historical roots and applications of common legal principles across Europe. 15: Byzantine Law - Legal traditions of the Byzantine Empire shaping Eastern European thought. 16: Legal Culture - Cultural norms shaping legal systems and decision-making worldwide. 17: Judicial Independence in Singapore - Framework crucial for maintaining trust in Singapore's legal system. 18: Supreme Court of Albania - Challenges and reforms of Albania's highest court in a post-communist era. 19: Medieval Roman Law - Evolution of Roman legal principles during the Middle Ages. 20: Lex Animata - Concept of living law reflecting dynamic interpretations of legal principles. 21: Randall Lesaffer - Scholarship of Randall Lesaffer illuminating perspectives on international law. "Judiciary" offers insights into how courts navigate complex legal terrain, safeguard rights, and shape governance. Whether seeking academic depth or practical insights, this book enriches your understanding of the judiciary's role in political science.

Download or read book Law written by Fouad Sabry and published by One Billion Knowledgeable. This book was released on 2024-09-21 with total page 551 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is Law? "Law" examines the core principles, structures, and functions of legal systems, revealing how laws shape societies and influence governance. As part of the "Political Science" series, it provides a broad perspective on how legal frameworks impact political processes and the functioning of nations. Chapters Overview: 1: Law - Understand the definition and role of law in governance and society. 2: Common Law - Discover common law’s global influence and its application. 3: Constitutional Law - Explore constitutional law's role in rights protection and government structure. 4: Canon Law - Learn about the historical and institutional impact of canon law. 5: Sharia - Examine Sharia's principles and its influence in Islamic countries. 6: Chinese Law - Study the evolution and distinct features of Chinese law. 7: National Legal Systems - Compare the structures of various national legal systems. 8: Legal History - Trace the historical development of legal systems worldwide. 9: Uniform Civil Code - Understand the concept and societal impact of a uniform civil code. 10: Law of Canada - Learn about Canada’s unique legal system and its evolution. 11: Law of Japan - Discover the traditional and modern aspects of Japanese law. 12: Law of the Soviet Union - Examine the legal framework and its post-Soviet impact. 13: Law of India - Study the complexities of Indian law and its historical influences. 14: Law of France - Learn about the civil law tradition of France and its global influence. 15: Law of Malaysia - Explore Malaysia’s blend of civil, common, and religious laws. 16: Legal System of Kuwait - Study Kuwait’s legal system at the intersection of tradition and modernity. 17: Rule of Law - Discover the importance of the rule of law in maintaining justice and order. 18: Law of Libya - Learn how colonial and Islamic influences shape Libyan law. 19: Legal System of Saudi Arabia - Examine Saudi Arabia’s Islamic-based legal structure. 20: Law of North Korea - Understand the role of law in North Korean governance. 21: Application of Sharia by Country - Analyze Sharia’s diverse applications in different nations. Whether you're a student, professional, or enthusiast, "Law" provides valuable insights into the world’s legal systems, enhancing your understanding of their role in shaping political landscapes. This book is an essential addition to anyone's collection who seeks to grasp the intricate connections between law and governance.

Download or read book Christian Law written by Norman Doe and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2013-09-12 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comparing church laws within ten Christian traditions worldwide, Christianity emerges as a religion of law as well as of faith.

Download or read book The Lesser Eastern Churches written by Adrian Fortescue and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Eastern Orthodox Church written by John Anthony McGuckin and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-17 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An insider’s account of the Eastern Orthodox Church, from its beginning in the era of Jesus and the Apostles to the modern age In this short, accessible account of the Eastern Orthodox Church, John McGuckin begins by tackling the question “What is the Church?” His answer is a clear, historically and theologically rooted portrait of what the Church is for Orthodox Christianity and how it differs from Western Christians’ expectations. McGuckin explores the lived faith of generations, including sketches of some of the most important theological themes and individual personalities of the ancient and modern Church. He interweaves a personal approach throughout, offering to readers the experience of what it is like to enter an Orthodox church and witness its liturgy. In this astute and insightful book, he grapples with the reasons why many Western historians and societies have overlooked Orthodox Christianity and provides an important introduction to the Orthodox Church and the Eastern Christian World.